Students are responsible for obtaining assignments when absent. YOU MUST come and talk to me about missed work during office hours. You have until the following Monday to turn in the assingment. Zeros are extremely harmful to a class grade. This class not only tests your knowledge of history, but your responsibility and hard work.
Attendance is crucial for learning.
See your handbook concerning absence policies. It is more than asking questions or giving correct responses. Participation is being able to take in information as well as respond to it. It involves being prepared and creating an atmosphere where discussion and exploration of ideas are encouraged. Completing homework assignments on time so that there can be an interesting dialogue in class.