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.

Menu

Roman Salad                                                                                               

1/2 head lettuce                                                                                         

3/4 c. celery, chopped

1/2 (10 oz.) frozen peas or cauliflower

1/4 c. onion, chopped

2 tsp. salad dressing

1/3 lb. bacon, fried crisp and chopped

1/3 c. Parmesan cheese

3/4 c. Hellmann's real mayonnaise

Roman Custard

5 eggs

2 cups milk

1/4 cup honey

Globuli

Curd cheese, 500 g or about 1lb

A cup of semolina

Honey

Olive oil

Glorious Roman Apple Cake

3 c. flour

2 c. sugar

2 tsp. soda

1/2 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

1 c. milk

2 eggs

2 tsp. vanilla

4 med. apples, grated

 Roman Style Fettuccini

12 oz. fettuccine noodles

1/2 c. heavy cream

6 tbsp. sweet butter, softened

2 oz. Parmesan cheese, grated

6 oz. peas, cooked

1/2 lb. prosciutto, thinly sliced and cut into thin strips

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Roman Bean Soup with Sauerkraut

 1/2 lb. dried Roman beans

1 lb. smoked ham hocks

3 or 4 qts. water

1 sm. can sauerkraut or 1 lb. fresh kraut-cabbage

3 tbsp. shortening

3 heaping tbsp. flour

1 med. onion, diced

Penne Alla Roman

2 c. penne rigate pasta

2 tsp. olive oil

6 oz. lean pork cutlets, cut into 1/2 inch strips

1 1/4 c. sliced fresh mushrooms

2 med.-size carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch slices, about 1 c.

1 sm. onion, finely chopped, about 1/2 c.

1 lg. clove garlic, crushed

3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth

3 c. fresh broccoli florets

3/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/4 c. evaporated skim milk

Dinner Table and Guests.

                   The * mean that guest is a guest of honor. ;)

Invitations!

You have been personally invited to Servius Stuart’s 1st Annual Ancient Roman Dinner Party.

·       Theme: The Sights and Sounds of London.

·       Dinner will be served at 7 o’ clock sharp P.M. so be on time!

·       The party will be held on December 21, 2011 at my gorgeous Roman castle.

·       Please R.S.V.P. your attendance.  I will be looking forward to seeing you there as you enjoy a delicious seven course Roman dinner and relish in the sights and sounds of London.

School System in England

  
                                                     Schooling In England




     In England children start primary school at the age of five.  Schooling broken up into four key stages: Stage 1, 2, 3, and 4.  Stage 1: ages 5-7, Stage 2: ages 7-11, Stage 3: ages 11-14, and Stage 4: ages 14-16.  Usually students enter secondary school after Stage 2 of their education.  Students are assessed at the end of each of the stages, the most important assessment is named the GCSE, General Certificate of Secondary Education, which is taken at the end of Stage 4 when the student is sixteen.  After this the student can either choose to further in his or her education or enter into the working force.   Primary and secondary school is mandatory in the U.K. and further education is optional.  It's sort of like college in a sense.
     They attend primary school for seven years studying English, math, science, religious education, history, geography, music, arts and crafts, physical education , and informational technology (computers).  Schools also require that the student learn one modern foreign language, religious education, and prove his or her personal, social and health education.  During the 3rd stage of learning students learn about English, Maths, Science, Design and Technology, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), History,  Geography, Modern Foreign Languages, Art and Design, Music, Citizenship, and Physical Education.  At 4th stage students are considered at GCSE level in which they have to take English, Maths, Science, IT, Citizenship, and Physical Education.
     Approximately 8.5 million kids are enrolled in the 30,000 schools in England and nearly 1.8 million students are enrolled in the U.K.'s higher education system.  Undergraduate degrees take three years to complete in London.  Schooling in England is much more complex than ours but they do have similarities, such as the higher education system.  I think it would be extremely fun to go to a secondary school.