1.Why do you think people study history? (Don’t be trite here — it’s much more than “to learn from their mistakes”). Do you think the study of history helps you to be a better person or contribute to society? If so, how so? If not, why not? To help you formulate an answer, consider the arguments made by Steven Kreis at the History Guide: Why Study History? http://uwvw.historyguide.org/guide/study.html you are clear on what you want to say, compose a post that introduces you to the class as it answers the questions above.

1. role-play the part of a resident of one of the ancient societies explored in this module – Mesopotamian, Egyptian, or Greek-speaking respond to at least two of your peers’ character posts who chose different societies. (For example, if you chose Mesopotamian for your role, you should respond to a Mycenaen or an Egyptian.)