Mormonism

     The Mormon movement was founded by Joseph Smith Jr. in New York, USA in the 1830's.  There are approximately 12.2 million followers worldwide.  Mormons believe that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit are three different beings. They believe that Jesus Christ came to America and taught the Native Americans after his resurrection and that humans were spirits before this life and salvation is returning to God.  In order to receive salvation you must have faith in Christ, do good works, ordinances, and evangelism.
     Mormons believe in resurrection after death, in which the Mormons and families will go with God to heaven, other's will be rewarded but won't live with God, and the one's who reject God after death will go to hell.  Mormons do not drink alcohol, take tobacco, or drink coffee or tea.  Baptism is for the dead and temple garments are worn under your daily clothes.  They are also very active in evangelism. Their books include: The Christian Bible, The Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price.  

WAC: Gaius (Caligula)

     I Gaius, also known as Caligula, was born on August 31st in AD 12.  I was born into the town of Antium and was one of third born to my family.  I was given the nickname "Caligula" because of my small feet but I did not like this name.  I was a famous Roman Emperor who helped build and change Rome forever. I was loved by many and some of my decisions changed Rome for the better.
     Firstly, I became emperor on the 16th of March in the year AD 37.  I have been described to have been a noble and moderate ruler for the first two years of my reign as emperor.  To gain supporters I granted bonuses to those in the military, city troops, and the army outside of Italy.  I also helped those who were hurt by the Imperial tax system and put on public spectacles, such as gladiator battles.  I had my father-in- aw, brother-in-law, cousin, and my adopted son executed.
     In AD 38, I started to focus on political and public reform.  I had the accounts of public funds published, which hadn't been made public while Tiberius reigned.  I also aided those who had lost things in fires, abolished certain taxes, and gave out prizes at gymnastic events.  One of the most important events that I did was restoring democratic elections.  Some didn't agree with my actions, executing people without full trials and forcing my helper Macro to commit suicide, but I think there's nothing wrong with that.
     In AD 39, the relations between the Roman Senate and I were demolished, why it happened is unknown.  After the relations with the Senate were ended I was met with a number of conspiracies against me, one which ended with the governor of Germany being executed.  In AD 40, I expanded the Roman Empire into Mauretania and tried to expand into Britanna.  I had those in Rome worship me as a physical god even including the Senators.
     On the 24th of January in AD 41 Chaerea and some other guardsmen plotted to assassinate me.  Their plot worked, Chaerea is claimed to have stabbed me first, resulting in my death.  The actions and decisions during my reign have changed Rome and even the world.  Some of my decisions were quite noble but other's were a bit questionable.  It goes to show you that the decisions of the emperors of Rome have changed the way you live forever.

Notes

Botswana: Faith Cline
1. The flag is blue with black stripe.
2. They sing devotional songs.
3. Exchange pleasantries on Christmas Day.

Zambia: Gunnar Poling
1. They start charoling two days before Christmas for charity donations.
2. The adults and children are split up after church for seperate parties.
Education: Greece
3. There are three stages of schooling in Greece.

Costa Rica: Dale Scott
1. They decorate a tree just the the United States.
2. Thee also go to church on Christmas morning.
3. After church they return home to open gifts.

Bosnia: Lindsey Crowther
1. Trees in Bosnia are decorates with toys, chocolate, and bulbs.
2. Celebrate Christmas with a stuffed turkey.
3. Grandfather Frost visits children with gifts.

Norway: Mark Hill
1. They make baskets of colored paper to hang on tree.
2. Julebukk is who gives children gifts.
3. The children bring the gnome porrige.

Romania: John Terwilliger
1. The goat is like our "groundhog."
2. The kids make stars out of glossy paper.
3. Celebrate Christmas, New Years, Epiphame.

Turkey: Daniel Ware
1. Ramada lasts 29-30 days.
2. Refrain from eating, drinking, and smoking.
3. During Ramada you give to charity more.

Zimbabwe: Caleb Hawkins
1. People are very festive before Christmas begins.
2. The day before Christmas cities are decorated with lights.
3. Celebrations start a month before the actual holiday.

Australia: Courtney Nuzum
1. They share the Christmas tree tradition with us.
2. They hang lights in and around their houses.
3. There are special Christmas programs on television on Christmas Day.

Philippines: Hannah Gregg
1. The holiday starts on December 16.
2. Christmas cards are pinned on green and red ribbons.
3. They don't sleep on Christmas Eve.

Ireland: Gabrielle Kyle
1. We got the wreath on our doors tradition from Ireland.
2. Christmas is the largest celebration on the calander.
3. Close school on December 8th for Christmas shopping.

Bolivia: Abby Suder
1. It's a highly religious holiday in Bolivia.
2. Fireworks are set off on Christmas Eve.
3. Gifts are given on January sixth.

Thailand: Viola Donigi
1. Over 90% of Thailand is Buddhist.
2. There is no snow in Thailand.
3. Christmas is not a public holiday in Thailand.

New Zealand: Sara Cleavenger
1. Christmas is celebrated twice a year here.
2. Santa is known as "Father Christmas" there.
3. According to statistics their education is seventh best in the world.