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Comparing Ancient Legal Codes and Conceptions of Justice
Evaluate similarities and differences among Mesopotamian, Chinese, and Biblical approaches to justice and fairness.
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Ancient Civilizations and Early Legal Traditions
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Explain how river valley civilizations established early codes of law, social hierarchies, and organized governance.
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C1.6-8.1Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th GradeExplain how early works such as the Code of Justinian or the Magna Carta contributed to foundational documents of the United States.
C1.K.1Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th GradeRecognize a key ideal of justice and fairness within the context of the classroom community.
C1.K.2Washington Social Studies Standards · 7th GradeApply the ideals of justice and fairness when making choices or decisions in the classroom or on the playground.