August 19th - the origins of government and democracy

SWBAT: explain the origins of government and democracy, and defend a position either pro or con (Is government necessary and can humans be trusted to govern themselves?)

1.  Check homework
2.  Share current events in small groups
3.  Answer questions: "Can people be trusted to govern themselves?" "Are Humans naturally good or bad?" and "Are laws and government necessary?" and discuss
4.  Check out textbooks in book depository
5.  Start HW

HW: Cradle of democracy worksheet