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The Royal Game of Ur

For Students 9th - 10th
An article which describes a board game found in a tomb located in Mesopotamia and dating back to around 2600 B.C. Directions for the game and gameboard are provided.
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International World History Project: The City of Ur

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site learn about the religion, leaders, and excavated ruins of Ur. This article from the International World History Project overviews important dates and events and provides a brief look into the prosperity and achievements of...
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St. Lawrence University: Brief History of Mesopotamia

For Students 9th - 10th
A paper which discusses the accomplishments of early Mesopotamian society in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and literature.
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Penn State Univ.: Effects of Divorce on Views of Family

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Penn State University provides reports of a study on the effects of divorce on the views of children regarding marriage and relationships.
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Legends: Shakespeare's Stories/hamlet

For Students 9th - 10th
Shakespeare's Hamlet had several sources, including a contemporary English playwright, Thomas Kyd and his The Spanish Tragedie (1590). Other Hamlet resources and links follow.

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