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Classical Empires: Governance, Power, and Expansion

6th Grade · Social Studies · US-MI-SS

8 lessons

Goal

Analyze how classical empires used geography, state authority, military force, legal codes, and taxation systems to govern large territories and diverse populations.

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Learning standards covered

us-mi7 – W3.1.8Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Describe the role of state authority, military power, taxation systems, and institutions of coerced labor, including slavery, in building and maintaining empires.