Civics

= CIVICS = **civ·ics**  **'siviks' ** **//noun//** curtis.ranweiler@thompsonschools.org VOICEMAIL: 970.613.7729 || __remind.com__ Enter this number: 81010 text this message: @ef7927 //Weblink version:// remind.com/join/ef7927 || COURSE INFORMATION: COPY OF THE WARM UP TEMPLATE: ||
 * 1) **the study of the rights and duties of citizenship.**
 * ** Mr. Ranweiler **
 * Social Science Dept. **
 * Berthoud High School **
 * Room 242 ** || EMAIL ADDRESS:

= FRIDAY - 14 APRIL 2017 = Page 211 11-1 Review ANSWER #3
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 * In Class- **

//NAME and EXPLAIN the 5 TYPES of propaganda//
__ Review: __ propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Politics and the Media - video 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda. 2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Pages 221-216

(2 PARTS)
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1- USE pages 217-219 to  ANSWER 2,3,4

2- IN NOTEBOOK - Chapter 11 Vocabulary List

= WEDNESDAY - 12 APRIL 2017 = USE pages 207-208 1. Define: public opinion- 2. Define: propaganda-
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 * In Class- **

// E of L DUE - //
Intro. to Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book - propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda? Video examples https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

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Politics and the Media - video

NAME and EXPLAIN the 5 TYPES of propaganda.
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= MONDAY - 10 APRIL 2017 = Page 205 "Thinking Critically" #3
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E of L DUE - //Chapter 10 "Electing Leaders" TEST//
 * In Class- **

PAST DUE: // "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses // // Create Your Own Political Party! platform //

-Grade 'em -Ch.10 Test

Pages 200-203 -Presidential / VP Candidates -Election Campaign and Campaign Day

READ pages 202-203 "The Electoral College" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468

Intro. to Chapter 11: The Political System

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 * In Class- **

= FRIDAY - 7 APRIL 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

READ "Should Voting Be Mandatory?" AFTER reading the two sides... -Which do you agree with more? Why? Explain.
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// E of L DUE - // //Chapter 10 Vocabulary List//
 * IN CLASS- **

Chapter 10 Test

Video: Electoral College

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Chapter 10 Test
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **



= WEDNESDAY - 5 APRIL 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

1. What is a benefit of having 3rd parties? 2. Describe some possible negative effects of 3rd parties.
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// E of L DUE - // // 3rd Party Political Platform // // Responses (2,4,8) to "What if Everyone in America had to Vote?" //
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Discuss / Share - 3rd Parties

WATCH: Politics - Major Campaign Positions RESPOND TO:

Chapter 10 Vocabulary List - quizlet.com

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WATCH: Politics - Major Campaign Positions RESPOND TO:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 10 Vocabulary List - quizlet.com

PLAY: icivics.org "Win the Whitehouse"

https://www.icivics.org/games/win-white-house

= TUESDAY - 4 APRIL 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

Use page 196 to define these terms: -primary election -closed primary -open primary -general election -runoff primary
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// E of L DUE - // // 3rd Party Political Platform // // -party name, logo, slogan // // -4 planks (issues that your party stands for/believes in) //
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Chapter 16 Test - grade

FINISH: Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do?

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Create Your Own Political Party! (See above for instructions)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

READ "What if Everyone in America Had to Vote?" ANSWER 2,4,8

= MONDAY - 3 APRIL 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

READ "Global Connections: Voting in Australia" (pages 197) ANSWER: 1. How is Australia's voting law different than the U.S.? 2. Are there benefits to doing it this way? 3. Should voting be a choice or mandatory? Why?
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// E of L DUE - // // Political Political Scavenger Hunt //
 * IN CLASS- **

Chapter 16 Test - grade

REVIEW: +/- of the Two-Party System Multi-parties One party

__ Third Parties __ explain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJTPPxF3xRI

history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-MPUa-IC4E

star wars explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHEGxniCZ-E

Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do?

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Create Your Own Political Party! (See above for instructions)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 31 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

REVIEW The Two Party System (page 185) 1. What is a political party? 2. Describe the role of political parties. 3. Why a two-party system? 4. What are the advantages of two-party system?
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E of L DUE - // Questions 1,2,3 (from 11 NOV 2016 E of L) // // __PAGE 1__ of Political Political Scavenger Hunt //
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Chapter 16 Test - turn in and grade

another form of deterrent... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

(Pages 187-189) Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

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Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

CONTINUE... Political Party Scavenger Hunt __LINKS:__ //PAGE 3 - Part 3: Where Do I Fit?:// Quiz 1: World's Smallest Political Quiz LINK: http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php
 * EVIDENCE OF LEARNING (E of L)- **
 * DO PAGE 3 **

= WEDNESDAY - 29 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

READ "On The Campaign Trail" (pages 192-193) ANSWER 1,2
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E of L DUE - // Questions 1,2,3 //
 * In Class- **

another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

__ President Washington's Farewell Address __ http://www.ushistory.org/us/17d.asp 1. What were his THREE main concerns or pieces of advice? 2. How do you think were are doing with each of these today (2017)?

Purpose and Role of Political Parties

Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders


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 * //DO THIS//**

__ President Washington's Farewell Address __

http://www.ushistory.org/us/17d.asp

1. What were his THREE main concerns or pieces of advice?

2. How do you think were are doing with each of these today (2017)?

Political Party Scavenger Hunt (DO PAGES 1 and 2)
 * // AND THIS //**

__ PART 1 links: __ LINK 1 []

LINK 2 []

LINK 3 *Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle) []

LINK 4 []

__ PART 2 links: __ LINK 1 []

LINK 2 []

= TUESDAY 28 MARCH 2017 =

= 5th HOUR =


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 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -

// Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5 and //

// Friday's question #2 and #3 //

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)



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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)



Chapter 16 Vocabulary Test (1st 19 terms)

= MONDAY - 27 MARCH 2017 =


 * 5th HOUR **


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 * In Class- **

WATCH and IN YOUR NOTEBOOK:

FIND the PURPOSE and DIFFERENCES between

Adult and Juvenile court.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRXKIZTKJ-w

another form of deterrant...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

__ You be the jury! __

...Evidence of:

-PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each

-Arrest to Sentencing

-Bill of Rights

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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

1. ANSWER Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5

2. What are some causes to juvenile crime?

3. How would you solve juvenile crime? Are there some ideas you have or programs that would help?

= FRIDAY - 24 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

=EQ/LT: Investigate the steps involved from arrest to sentencing.=

Study time...
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// E of L DUE - // // CARTOON DUE (pages 294-296) // // Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved... // // Preliminary Hearing / Indictment / Arraignment / Trial / Sentencing //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 16 vocabulary test (1st 19 terms)

CONTINUE - SIDE 1 (of handout) "Gideon's Trumpet" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOnsB2S5nJc&list=PLE9AFCAFDAE905EFE

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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 22 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

=EQ/LT: Investigate the steps involved from arrest to sentencing.=

READ "The Affluenza Defense..." RESPOND to questions 1,5,7,8
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// E of L DUE - // // (pages 294-296) // // Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved... // // Preliminary Hearing / Indictment / Arraignment / Trial / Sentencing //
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REVIEW: (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

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(2 PARTS) A - Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and YOUR NOTES
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

1. __C__ __ reate a __ toondoo.com __ comic strip __ involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS Preliminary Hearing / Indictment / Arraignment / Trial / Sentencing

2. (print off or upload to this Google form.)

HERE IS THE GOOGLE FORM: media type="custom" key="28344057"

B - CHAPTER 16 (FIRST 19 TERMS) VOCABULARY TEST - FRIDAY 24 MARCH 2017

= TUESDAY - 21 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

=EQ/LT: Investigate the steps involved from arrest to sentencing.=

PAGES 302-303 "Teen Court" ANSWER 1 and 2
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http://www.youthcourt.net/?page_id=24 http://www.youthcourt.net/?page_id=40

E of L DUE - // Civics Game Reflection responses (on Google Forms - see 20 MARCH) //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law (starting on page 289) -What are the 5 Types of Crimes? Name and define each one.

Alright, here we go! (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved... Preliminary Hearing / Indictment / Arraignment / Trial / Sentencing

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FINISH defining ALL of THESE STEPS: Preliminary Hearing / Indictment / Arraignment / Trial / Sentencing
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 20 MARCH 2017 = =5th Hour=

=EQ/LT: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will design a Civics board game incorporating terms and concepts from the 3 branches of government.=


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E of L DUE - The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!
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It's Game Time!

__ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone): media type="custom" key="28805532"

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(2 PARTS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

A - __ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone.): media type="custom" key="28805532"

B - Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law (starting on page 289) -What are the 5 Types of Crimes? Name and define each one.

= WEDNESDAY - 8 MAR 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

NO WU
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// E of L DUE - // // Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt handout //
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INTRODUCE / SUPPLIES NEEDED: The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!

-w/ partner, type of game and subject area?

DUE MONDAY 20 MARCH 2017 (1st day back!!!) The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!
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= TUESDAY - 7 MAR 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

Page 133 "Reviewing Main Ideas" ANSWER: 4,5,6
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// E of L DUE - // // Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt handout //
 * In Class- **

// Go over "Bill of Rights and You" //

Side 1 of "Gideon's Trumpet" video companion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOnsB2S5nJc&list=PLE9AFCAFDAE905EFE

Gideon v. Wainwright (pages 296-297)

-Clarence Gideon was accused of committing a felony. Being indigent, he petitioned the judge to provide him with an attorney free of charge. The judge denied his request. The Supreme Court ruled for Gideon, saying that the Sixth Amendment requires indigent criminal defendants to be provided an attorney free of charge.

(Gideon v. Wainwright - 1963)

INTRODUCE / SUPPLIES NEEDED: The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!

-w/ partner, type of game and subject area?


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FINISH SIDE 1 of the video companion:

"Gideon's Trumpet"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOnsB2S5nJc&list=PLE9AFCAFDAE905EFE



= MONDAY - 6 MAR 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

NO WU
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// E of L DUE - // // Drew Carey video responses //
 * In Class- **

Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt (DO 1-11) w/ your textbook

Bill of Rights Scavenger Hunt (DO 1-11) w/ your textbook
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 3 MAR 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

REVIEW / DISCUSS: The 5 TYPES of CRIME (from yesterday's homework)
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// E of L DUE - // // Eminent Domain video responses (in class) //
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WATCH "The Drew Carey Project Volume 1" ANSWER:

__ San Tan Flat - Dance Ban __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXhv1OggI4

__ National City: Eminent Domain Gone Wild? __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGePeT2rwjg

WATCH "The Drew Carey Project Volume 1" ANSWER:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 1 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

READ page 130 "American Biography: Thurgood Marshall" ANSWER 1. Give 2 facts about his background and experience. 2. What do you think helped him to be chosen for a Supreme Court justice position? Explain.
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// E of L DUE - // // Finish Famous Court Cases handout - discuss //
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REVIEW __Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how each Bill of Right protects us (1-10)__ "Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M //(1-10 Template)//

The Bill of Rights and You!

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER: //*DEFINE:// //1. Eminent Domain-// //2. What are some examples of how it has been used?// //3. Provide evidence of it being a positive and a negative tool of government.//

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The Bill of Rights and You!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER: //*DEFINE:// //1. Eminent Domain-// //2. What are some examples of how it has been used?// //3. Provide evidence of it being a positive and a negative tool of government.//

*Supreme Court Interactive http://www.pbs.org/wnet/supremecourt/games/index.html

BRING CARDBOARD TO CLASS!!!

= MONDAY - 27 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

USE Page 119 1. What is the Judiciary Act of 1789? 2. Define jurisdiction - 3. Give 3 examples of cases that are tried in a Federal Court.
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E of L DUE - // Check - Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases // //__ DO "Rights to a Fair Trial" and #1 __//
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__ REVIEW __ Kinds of Laws, Role of the Court, Rights of the Accused

__ Federal Court System __ Structure of Federal Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





COMPLETE //Famous Supreme Court Cases// portion (#2, #3, #4)

*Marbury vs. Madison video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNlilK7uuT4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFFZYJzv8-I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYFwl93uCM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwciUVLdSPk

**ADD to your paper:**
 * Plessy vs. Ferguson (pages 128-129) **

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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

COMPLETE //Famous Supreme Court Cases// portion (#2, #3, #4)

= FRIDAY - 24 OCT 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - How does the Judicial Branch operate? **

Pages 115-116 What are the FOUR KINDS of LAWS? Define/Explain each one.
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// E of L DUE - // // Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt 1-29 // // Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt //
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__ Federal Court System __ Structure of Federal Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)



Chapter 7 Vocabulary list

Supreme Court / Judicial Branch video w/ responses

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases __ DO "Rights to a Fair Trial" and #1 __
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 22 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * LT/EQ - Compare roles and responsibilities of the judicial branch. **

READ "Women in the Military" (page 103) ANSWER: 1. Approximately, how many women have served in the military? 2. Describe the difference in military service - Israel vs. U.S. 3. How has military service for U.S. women changed over time?
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E of L DUE - (if not turned in Wed.) Executive Branch crossword
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Chapter 6 Vocabulary (1st 15 terms) Test

Gun Control Textbook (pages 104-105)

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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

A - Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt (1-29)



B - Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt LINK 1: [|www.whitehouse.gov/government/judg.html] LINK 2: [|www.supremecourtus.gov/about/justicecaseload.pdf]

= FRIDAY - 17 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * LT/EQ - Compare roles and responsibilities of the executive branch. **

USE pages 96-99 to ANSWER #3 and #4 on page 100
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E of L DUE - //Article 2: Executive Branch// (on side 2)
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// Chapter 6 Vocabulary List - page 92 -(__1st 15 terms__ ONLY) // // presidential succession to embassy //

quizlet.live

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Use Chapter 6 to assist you with the following:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 6 Vocabulary Test (1st 15 terms) - WEDNESDAY 22 OCT 2017

= WEDNESDAY - 15 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

USE page 95: ANSWER: 1. What are qualifications for the Vice President? 2. Describe the role of the Vice President? What does he/she do? 3. How are some of them chosen? 4. Name our current Vice President.
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E of L DUE - //Executive Branch flip book//
 * In Class- **

Schoolhouse Rock! Three Ring Government https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAZ8QJgFHOg&list=PLQcaoHLSZZPnAsFnJPCiY0nJ0xUc6S207

6-1 pages 92-96 and 25th Amendment

Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency w/ video companion:

(3 PARTS)
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1 - COMPLETE:

Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency

w/ video companion:



2 - // Article 2: Executive Branch // (on side 2)

3 - CREATE: Chapter 6 Vocabulary List - page 92 -(__1st 15 terms__ ONLY) // presidential succession to embassy //

= TUESDAY - 14 SEPT 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

USE pages 87-89 to ANSWER questions 4 and 5 on page 89
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E of L DUE - //Legislative Branch flip book//
 * In Class- **

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

__ QUIZ #1 __ - How a Bill Becomes a Law USE THIS ATTACHMENT TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS BELOW: How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers // Can you answer the following? // 1. Where does a bill have to start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

__QUIZ #2__ - Legislative Branch Flip Book USE YOUR LEGISLATIVE FLIP BOOK TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS BELOW: 1. How old do you have to be to be a House of Representative member? 2. What is the minimum number of years living in the U.S. to be a Senator? 3. What is the state residency requirement for either position? 4. What is the salary for either position? 5. How many years is a senator’s term? 6. How long is a representative’s term?

DESIGN: __ Executive Branch flip book __ (Use pages 93-99 to assist you with the following flip book categories.) Qualifications Term of office Salary & benefits Presidential succession 25th Amendment Roles of the President

Schoolhouse Rock! Three Ring Government https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAZ8QJgFHOg&list=PLQcaoHLSZZPnAsFnJPCiY0nJ0xUc6S207

FINISH:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ Executive Branch flip book __ (Use pages 93-99 to assist you with the following flip book categories.) Qualifications / term of office / salary & benefits / presidential succession / 25th Amendment / Roles of the President

= MONDAY - 13 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

USE page 84 to ANSWER the following question: 1. Name and Describe 3 ways an idea for a bill begins...
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E of L DUE - // 5-3 Questions (page 83) // // ANSWER 3,4,5 //
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How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

// Can you answer the following? // 1. Where does a bill have to start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

I'm Just a Bill... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFroMQlKiag

Legislative Branch Flip Book -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -special powers of House / Senate -name some committees that each house (House / Senate) has

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FINISH (both sides) Legislative Branch Flip Book (Senate and House of Representatives) -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -special powers of House / Senate -name some committees that each house (House / Senate) has
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 10 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

USE pages pages 76-79 to ANSWER the following questions: 1. What is the title given to the leader of the House of Representatives? The Senate? 2. Who stands in for the Vice President, when he is not there? 3. Name at least 3 committees that a Senator could join. 4. Name at least 3 committees that a Representative could join.
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E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

The Day In The Life of Congressman Rodney Davis (U.S. Rep. Illinois) http://rodneydavis.house.gov/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVMZ2EkyYic Sensory Chart What do you: See? Feel? Taste? Hear? Smell?

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5-3 Questions (page 83) ANSWER 3,4,5
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 8 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

READ "Hot Dog Hysteria" on your warmup: ANSWER 2,4,9
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E of L DUE - // 3 Branches Political Cartoon / Fake News Fooling Millions responses //
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The (Almost) Painless Guide to the Legislative Branch -video / responses

PLAY "Represent Me!" https://www.icivics.org/games/represent-me

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ONLY Legislative Branch part
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

PLAY "Represent Me!" https://www.icivics.org/games/represent-me

= TUESDAY - 7 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

READ pages 44-45 ANSWER 1,2
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E of L DUE - // USE Ch.5 pages 71-75 // // ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75 //
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Look at pages 71-73

Go over Legislative Branch video responses (1-10)

LEJ Political Cartoon (w/ partner)

__ PART 1 __ Complete the Political Cartoon handout
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__ PART 2 __ READ the following article "Fake News Fooling Millions" (pages 6 and 7) (READ THOROUGHLY - we are going to have a discussion next class) link: http://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/issues/2016-01-29/book

ANSWER the questions on this handout:

= MONDAY - 6 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

Quick look at your vocabulary...
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// E of L DUE - //
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Chapter 3 Vocabulary Test

READ and USE Ch.5 pages 71-75 ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75

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READ and USE Ch.5 pages 71-75 ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 3 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

NAME the 3 Branches of Government. -What does each branch DO?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFR5XBYLfU

// E of L DUE - // // 3-2 Review questions 2,3,4 (page 43) // // Chapter 3 Quizlet Vocabulary List //
 * In Class- **

"Our Federal Government: The Legislative Branch" __on the legislative branch__ with the accompanying packet.

Federalism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0gosGXSgsI

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Use quizlet.com to define all 16 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. __***MONDAY 6 FEB 2017 - There is a VOCABULARY TEST on these 16 terms**__
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 1 FEB 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

Federal System Powers DELEGATED CONCURRENT RESERVED 1. Which has the power to declare war? 2. Which can establish schools? 3. Which can establish post offices? 4. Which can collect taxes? 5. Which charter banks? 6. Which can coin money? 7. Which can issue marriage licenses?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - CHECK - Your Federal System of Powers Venn Diagram
 * In Class- **

Grade Chapter 2 Test

PPT - The Federal System (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers Reserved (state) powers Concurrent (shared) powers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie6mvIDU2y4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0gosGXSgsI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFR5XBYLfU

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READ pages 41-43 ANSWER 3-2 Review questions 2,3,4 (page 43)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Use quizlet.com to define all 16 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. __***MONDAY 6 FEB 2017 - There is a VOCABULARY TEST on these 16 terms**__


 * TUESDAY - 31 JAN 2017 **
 * 5th HOUR **

WU-
 * Quick 5 minutes study time... **

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**


 * Chapter 2 Assessment **


 * "Made In America" (Bill Bryson) **
 * -The early years of the Republic **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * Post Assessment Activity: **


 * __ PART 1 __**
 * USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: federal system, delegated power, reserved power, shared (concurrent) power **


 * __ PART 2 __**
 * DRAW this IN YOUR NOTEBOOK: **


 * __ PART 3 __**
 * LABEL these parts on your Venn diagram: **
 * A. DELEGATED powers, RESERVED powers, SHARED (or CONCURRENT) powers **
 * B. For each of these, WRITE DOWN 3 EXAMPLES __of each power__. **

MONDAY - 30 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * Page 35 **
 * "Reviewing Main Ideas" **
 * 5,6,7 **

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // DEFINE last 13 terms of Chapter 2 //**


 * Wrap up and Review... **


 * (Tuesday)**
 * "Made In America" (Bill Bryson) **
 * -the early years of the Republic **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-


 * __ STUDY - Chapter 2 Assessment (TUESDAY 31 JAN 2017) __**
 * __13 terms__ of Chapter 2 **
 * AND **
 * __notes__ on: **
 * D of I / Articles of Confederation / Constitutional Convention **

FRIDAY - 27 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * Use pages 32-33 to assist you with these questions: **
 * 1. What is a difference between a federalist and anti-federalist? **
 * 2. Name a famous federalist and anti-federalist. **
 * 3. How did they settle their differences? **
 * 4. What does "ratification" mean? **

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // "Our Constitution" video handout AND notes on the back //**


 * Constitutional Convention **
 * -review and wrapup **
 * (pages 29-33) **


 * Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist **
 * Ratification **


 * "Made In America" (Bill Bryson) **
 * -the early years of the Republic **


 * VIDEO: **
 * American Government: Foundations of American Government **
 * (last 12 minutes) **
 * // During / Post-viewing: //**
 * 3. What type of government do you think works best? **
 * 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? **
 * 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why? **


 * ...citizens and their citizenshship...the good,bad,ugly... **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlY9C7YWzI **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * __ DEFINE LAST 13 Terms of Chapter 2 - DUE Monday 30 JAN 2017 __**


 * __ STUDY - Chapter 2 Assessment (TUESDAY 31 JAN 2017) __**
 * __13 terms__ of Chapter 2 **
 * AND **
 * __notes__ on: **
 * D of I / Articles of Confederation / Constitutional Convention **

WEDNESDAY - 25 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * Use textbook pages 25-27 to assist with you with this question: **
 * 1. What were 2 positive and 3 negative aspects of the Articles of Confederation? **

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // +/- of The Articles of Confederation //**


 * Articles of Confederation **
 * -background and +/- **


 * Constitutional Convention **
 * -review and wrapup **
 * (pages 29-33) **


 * "Made In America" (Bill Bryson) **
 * -the early years of the Republic **


 * Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation **
 * w/ handout: **


 * Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): **
 * Who- **
 * What- **
 * When- **
 * Where- **
 * Why- **


 * VIDEO: **
 * American Government: Foundations of American Government **
 * (last 12 minutes) **
 * // During / Post-viewing: //**
 * 3. What type of government do you think works best? **
 * 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? **
 * 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why? **


 * ...citizens and their citizenshship...the good,bad,ugly... **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlY9C7YWzI **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * FINISH Video handout and NOTES on the BACK of it: **

TUESDAY - 24 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-


 * SIDE 2 (D of I side) of this handout: **



In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // 5 W's of The D of I //**


 * VIDEO: **
 * American Government: Foundations of American Government **
 * (last 12 minutes) **
 * (w/ ?'s) **
 * // Pre-viewing: //**
 * 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. **
 * 2. What does the D of I mean to you? **
 * // During / Post-viewing: //**
 * 3. What type of government do you think works best? **
 * 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? **
 * 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why? **


 * Articles of Confederation **
 * -background and +/- **


 * Constitutional Convention **


 * -review and wrapup **


 * (pages 29-33) **


 * "Made In America" (Bill Bryson) **
 * -the early years of the Republic **


 * Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation **
 * w/ handout: **


 * ...citizens and their citizenshship...the good,bad,ugly... **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZtvQtMy064 **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlY9C7YWz **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-


 * __Use pages 24-27 - "Articles of Confederation"__ **
 * __Make a +/- t-chart__ **
 * __-Find 2 or more POSITIVES__ **
 * __-Find 5 or more NEGATIVES__ **

MONDAY - 23 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * p.29 **
 * READ "James Madison" **
 * ANSWER: **
 * 1. Describe his background and early life. **
 * 2. Why is he regarded as the "Father of the Constitution"? **
 * 3. What are 3 qualities that every Presidential candidate should possess? **

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // 5 W's of D of I //**


 * ...citizens and their citizenshship...the good,bad,ugly... **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZtvQtMy064 **
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlY9C7YWzI **


 * VIDEO: **
 * American Government: Foundations of American Government **
 * (last 12 minutes) **
 * (w/ ?'s) **
 * // Pre-viewing: //**
 * 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. **
 * 2. What does the D of I mean to you? **


 * // During / Post-viewing: //**
 * 3. What type of government do you think works best? **
 * 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? **
 * 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why? **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * Use pages 24-27 to find: **
 * The 5 W's of "The Articles of Confederation" **

FRIDAY - 20 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * -READ " Today's Population Growth" (page 14)**
 * ANSWER:**
 * 1. What is happening to the population most recently?**
 * 2. Guesstimating...what do you think is the population of the U.S. today?**


 * -READ " A People on the Move" (pages 14-15)**
 * ANSWER:**
 * 3. What is the population trend that is occurring?**
 * 4. Describe some of the effects of this movement of people.**
 * For a little online assistance...**
 * https://sites.google.com/a/sdale.org/thomas-pittman---9th-grade-social-studies/assignments/civics-online-textbook**

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // Got syllabus signed? Blanks going in gradebook as missing today... //**
 * //5 W's of D of I//**


 * Chapter 1 Assessment**


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27)**
 * __Who, What, When, Where, Why__**
 * Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation**

WEDNESDAY - 18 JAN 2017 5th HOUR

WU-
 * 1. What is a refugee?**
 * 2. How long can it take to apply for naturalization?**
 * 3. What country did you research for citizenship?**
 * 4. Give a detail or example that makes this nation's citizenship requirements different from the U.S.**

In Class-
 * // E of L DUE: //**
 * // Got syllabus signed? //**
 * //-The country you picked AND its citizenship requirements//**


 * Review:**
 * __U.S. Citizenship requirements:__**
 * You vs. Book**


 * __citizenship test__**
 * https://my.uscis.gov/prep/test/civics**
 * http://www.washingtontimes.com/quiz/2015/feb/11/us-citizenship-test-could-you-pass/**


 * Immigration video:**
 * American Heritage: Immigration to the United States**
 * -1 question**
 * -1 comment**


 * Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?**


 * Together - look at 2-1**


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-** Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27) __Who, What, When, Where, Why__ A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation

= TUESDAY - 17 JAN 2017 =
 * 5th HOUR **

**WU-** Page 18 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3

**In Class-** // E of L DUE: // // Got syllabus signed? // //Pages 7-11 (2,3,4,5,6)//

Go over: Chapter 1 (and parts of Chapter 2) Vocabulary Test

__U.S. Citizenship requirements:__ You vs. Book

__citizenship test__ https://my.uscis.gov/prep/test/civics http://www.washingtontimes.com/quiz/2015/feb/11/us-citizenship-test-could-you-pass/

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** 1. Pick ANY COUNTRY in the world... 2. RESEARCH its citizenship requirements: -What are they? (summarize them) -How are they similar or different than the U.S. citizenship requirements?

= FRIDAY - 13 JAN 2017 =
 * 5th HOUR **

**WU-** 1-READ "Smaller Families" and "Changing Roles" (pages 16) AND 2-WRITE 2 facts __from each reading__.

**In Class-** // E of L DUE: // // Got syllabus signed? // //PARTS 1 and 2 from Wednesday's E of L//

Chapter 1 (and parts of Chapter 2) Vocabulary Test

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ USE pages 7-11 to __ __ ANSWER (on page 11): __ __2,3,4,5,6__

= WEDNESDAY - 11 JAN 2017 =
 * 5th HOUR **

**WU-** Page 34 "Applying the Skills" ANSWER 1,2,3

**In Class-** // E of L DUE: // // Got syllabus signed? // //Definitions from last class//

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

Citizenship

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ (2 PARTS) __

PART 1 (with IMC desktops) __ Chapter 1 (and parts of Chapter 2) Vocabulary List __

-ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 pages 2-17(and parts of Chapter 2)

should be put onto a vocabulary list you make with: // quizlet.com // __ Put your name on it / Print it off __

PART 2 STUDY for Chapter 1 (and parts of Chapter 2) Vocabulary Test - FRIDAY 13 JANUARY 2017

= TUESDAY - 10 JAN 2017 =
 * 5th HOUR **

**WU-** READ "Feeding the Hungry" pages 12-13 ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** E of L DUE: -Got syllabus signed? -Government questions A and B

Seasonal Partners

__DEFINE:__ (Beginning Ch.1) *Civics *Citizen- *Government-

(Beginning Ch.2) Absolute Monarchy (vs. Constitutional Monarchy)- Democracy- (Direct and Representive/Republic) Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** FINISH and STUDY the above Ch 1 and 2 definitions

= 9 JAN 2017 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =

On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?
 * WU-**

Go over course outline/syllabus -book sign out
 * In Class-**

Expectations of you Expectations of me

What government does/does not do-

(2 PARTS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-**

A - GET YOUR SYLLABUS SIGNED and RETURNED!

B - 3 or more examples for each question. 1. What should the government do for you? 2. What should you do for the government?

= =

Legislative Branch Scavenger Hunt

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

__**BOOKS ARE DUE ON FINALS DAY!!! **__  Page 178 READ "How to Read Newspaper Articles" ANSWER "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3,4
 * FRIDAY - 16 DEC 2016 **
 * FRIDAY IS THE LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE WORK (nothing later than 17 OCT 2016) **
 * Warmup- **
 * In Class- **

Chapter 9 Handout

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National Treasure

STUDY FOR THE FINAL!!!
 * E of L- **

 USE Chapter 9 to ANSWER the following: 1. Define "town meeting"- 2. Answer #7 on page 166
 * WED - 14 DEC 2016 / THURS - 15 DEC 2016 **
 * FRIDAY IS THE LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE WORK (nothing later than 17 OCT 2016) **
 * Warmup- **
 * In Class- **

//-Pie Chart and 2 responses//
Problem with the Electoral College

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k

FINISH Chapter 12

The Debt Limit Explained

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIbkoop4AYE

County / City Government

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National Treasure


 * E of L- **

1. What is a fine? 2. What is a fee? 3. Explain what a bond is-
 * TUESDAY - 13 DEC 2016 **
 * Warmup- **
 * In Class- **

//-Completed "Wonderful World of Taxes!" half sheet//
//-"What if everyone voted?" responses//

What does the government spend it's money on? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcACyfa-tDY Perspective... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFP-2_iDYMU

cnnstudentsnews.com

 What are your priorities? What would your budget proposal look like? A. Create a pie chart that shows how you would divide up your 10 budget priorities B. Tell me (in a few sentences) your reasoning for your BIGGEST and SMALLEST priorities.
 * E of L- **

Here is an example: Page 236 "Applying the Skill" <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">1,2,3,4
 * MONDAY - 12 DEC 2016 **
 * Warmup- **
 * In Class- **

// Chapter 12 Vocabulary List //
Chapter 12 - Section 1/2 notes (pages 225-231)

Continue... The Wonderful World of Taxes!

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<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__ PART 1 __ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> FINISH <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> The Wonderful World of Taxes! (Use textbook to assist you.)
 * E of L- **

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__ Part 2 __ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> READ "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" ANSWER: #2, #4, #8

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Use Chapter 12 - Section 1 to assist you... <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">1. What is the purpose of taxes? <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">2. In your mind...what are 4 things that tax revenue should be spent on? <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">(List them with the most important one first.)
 * FRIDAY - 9 DEC 2016 **
 * Warmup- **
 * In Class- **

Grade Chapter 11 Test

Chapter 12 - Section 1 notes

Tax Man Max

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q3NPgHZzDo

The Wonderful World of Taxes!



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<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__ Part 1 __ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> The Wonderful World of Taxes! (Use textbook to assist you.) <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__ Part 2 __ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;"> READ "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" ANSWER: #2, #4, #8
 * E of L- **

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">** Warmup- ** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">"Speeding in Finland Can Cost You a Fortune, If You Already Have One." <span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"> <span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">ANSWER: <span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">1. How are speeding fines dealt with in Finland? <span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">2. What do you think of this way of giving speeding tickets/fines? Explain.
 * WED - 7 DEC 2016 / THURS - 8 DEC 2016 **

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">** In Class- **

<span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"> COLLECT: // Chapter 11 Test (with ONE of the responses stapled to the back of it.) //
<span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 15.6px;">cnnstudentsnews.com


 * <span style="color: #000000; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 15.6px;">E of L- **

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__PART 1__ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">(Handout BOTH sides) <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">"The political system / Paying for government"

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">__PART 2__ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;">Chapter 12 Vocabulary list __PART 3__ READ "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" ANSWER: #2, #4, #8 = TUESDAY - 6 DEC 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - How are public opinion and propaganda used in our political system?

http://www.cnn.com/studentnews/
 * WU- **

3 different facts from today's newscast AND 1 question you have. ?


 * In Class- **

WATCH? "Interest groups" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOvBA7oIIgc

FINISH? Politics and the Media - video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

__ DO this: __ 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda.

2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Chapter 11 TEST

Chapter 11 TEST (Use your textbook to assist you.) = MONDAY - 5 DEC 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =
 * E of L- **

EQ/LT - How are public opinion and propaganda used in our political system?

PAGES 210-211 READ "Choosing a Sample" and "Using Polls Carefully" ANSWER: 1. What does "representative sample" mean? 2. Describe an incident when in history when there was a polling error. 3. According to the textbook, why should polls be used carefully?
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// "Is That Really a Law" Responses (if not turned in yet) //
// Chapter 11 Vocabulary List // // Page 216 1,2,3,4 //

WATCH? "Interest groups" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOvBA7oIIgc

FINISH

Politics and the Media - video

__ DO this: __

1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda.

2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Blue laws discussion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j-6nidOomw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGNHqKsUBFg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XA21CpI2H7s


 * E of L- **

= FRIDAY - 2 DEC 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - How are public opinion and propaganda used in our political system?

READ PAGES 214-215 "Mother Against Drunk Driving" ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// "Is That Really a Law" Responses (if not turned in yet) //
// Chapter 11 Vocabulary List //

WATCH "Interest groups" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOvBA7oIIgc

READ pages 212-216 "Interest Groups" ANSWER "Section 2 Review" Questions: 1,2,3,4
 * E of L- **

= WED - 30 NOV 2016 / THURS - 1 DEC 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - How are public opinion and propaganda used in our political system?

PAGE 220 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER: 1,2,3
 * WU- **

bad examples http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=952783415975 good examples https://www.surveymonkey.com/mp/survey-templates/?ut_source=header


 * In Class- **

// Page 219 - Answer 2,3,4 //
__ WATCH this: __ Politics and the Media - video __ DO this: __ 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda. 2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

(2 PARTS)
 * E of L- **

__ PART 1 __ Upfront Magazine (April 30, 2015 Issue) READ "Is That Really a Law?" (pages 12-13) ANSWER: 1. Are these laws still legal today? Explain. 2. Why are many of these laws so odd-sounding? 3. In your opinion, why do you think some of these laws were created in the first place? 4. Which of these (or others you have heard of) are the strangest ones to you? Why? *RESEARCH another blue law from ANY U.S. state -Where? -What is it? -Why do you think it was created?

__ PART 2 __ quizlet.com (COMPLETED HARD COPY) Chapter 11 Vocabulary List

= TUESDAY - 29 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - How are public opinion and propaganda used in our political system?

Page 211 11-1 Review ANSWER #3
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// E of L DUE: //
// Chapter 10 Test //

Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book - propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Politics and the Media - video 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda. 2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Pages 221-216

USE pages 217-219 to ANSWER 2,3,4
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 28 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - Provide examples of their influence of 3rd parties on presidential elections.

USE pages 207-208 1. Define: public opinion- 2. Define: propaganda-
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // -Your 3rd Party Platform //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book - propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Politics and the Media - video

cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 10 TEST
 * E of L- **

IN NOTEBOOK: Chapter 11 Vocabulary List (all terms)

= FRIDAY - 18 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

EQ/LT - What are 3rd parties? Provide examples of their influence on presidential elections.


 * WU- **

PAGE 204
"Applying the Skill" ANSWER: 1,2,3,4

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

REVIEW: +/- of the Two-Party System Multi-parties One party

Third Parties

explain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJTPPxF3xRI

history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-MPUa-IC4E

star wars explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHEGxniCZ-E

Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do?

cnnstudentnews.com (18 NOV 2016)

Create Your Own Political Party Activity (See above for instructions)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WED - 16 NOV 2016 / THURS - 17 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

READ "Global Connections: Voting in Australia" (pages 197)
 * WU- **

ANSWER: 1. How is Australia's voting law different than the U.S.? 2. Are there benefits to doing it this way? 3. Should voting be a choice or mandatory? Why?

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

Pages 191-201

cnnstudentnews.com (16 APRIL 2016)

COMPLETE THESE 2 PARTS:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

A. Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process

B. __DO NOT DO THE VERY LAST PART ON PAGE 4__ __//PAGE 1: "Donkeys and Elephants"//__ LINK 1 http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/political-parties LINK 2 http://www.democrats.org/issues/civil_rights LINK 3 http://www.gop.com/our-party/ LINK 4 http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/president/issues/party-platforms/index.html
 * Use this new link when you get to the Republican National Committee part (Step 2, #2 near the middle)

__//PAGE 2: "Three's a Crowd"//__ Part 2 - LINK 1 http://www.pbs.org/newshour/spc/extra/features/july-dec00/thirdparties.html Part 2 - LINK 2 http://www.politics1.com/parties.htm

//__PAGE 3:__ __"Where Do I Fit?"__// LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

__//PAGE 4 - "Political Ideology Selector"//__ LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/FREE/select.php?client=g.r.o.s.s95 http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology //PAGE 4 - Quiz 3// LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/president/ http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

= TUESDAY - 15 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Students will investigate how the political party system functions in the U.S. **

REVIEW The Two Party System (page 185) -What is a political party? -Describe the role of political parties. -Why a two-party system? -What are the advantages of two-party systems?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Questions 1,2,3 (from 11 NOV 2016 E of L) // // __PAGE 1__ of Political Political Scavenger Hunt //
 * IN CLASS- **

another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

(Pages 187-189) Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

cnnstudentnews.com (14 NOV 2016)

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

(PART 1) REVIEW The Two Party System (page 185) -What is a political party? -Describe the role of political parties. -Why a two-party system? -What are the advantages of two-party systems?
 * EVIDENCE OF LEARNING (E of L)- **

(PART 2) __ President Washington's Farewell Address __ (READ THE TOP PART) http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address

__ANSWER THESE ON PAGE 3__ of your PACKET: 1. NAME and SUMMARIZE the FOUR areas that he gave the country advice on. 2. That was 1796 - Now it's 2016 - How are we doing? Did we listen to his advice? Explain your answer.

(PART 3) Political Party Scavenger Hunt __LINKS:__ //PAGE 3 - Part 3: Where Do I Fit?:// Quiz 1: World's Smallest Political Quiz LINK: http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php
 * DO PAGE 3 **

= MONDAY - 14 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR = READ "On The Campaign Trail" (pages 192-193) ANSWER 1,2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Questions 1,2,3 (from 11 NOV 2016 E of L) //
 * In Class- **

another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

President Washington's Farewell Address http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address -his advice -how are we doing?

Purpose and Role of Political Parties Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

Political Party Scavenger Hunt (DO PAGES 1 and 2)

__ PART 1 links: __ LINK 1 [] LINK 2 [] LINK 3 *Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle) [] LINK 4 []

__ PART 2 links: __ LINK 1 [] LINK 2 []

cnnstudentnews.com (14 NOV 2016)

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

Political Party Scavenger Hunt
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * (DO PAGE 1 ONLY) **

__ PART 1 links: __ LINK 1 [] LINK 2 [] LINK 3 *Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle) [] LINK 4 []

__ PART 2 links: __ LINK 1 [] LINK 2 []

= FRIDAY - 11 NOV 2016 =


 * 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR **

WATCH: "How The Electoral College Works." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUS9mM8Xbbw&index=13&list=PLC1C0D3F2BA472F62&feature=iv&src_vid=7wC42HgLA4k&annotation_id=annotation_572578 ANSWER: -What are 3 things about the Electoral College you learned from the video?
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

Watch and NOTE:

The PURPOSE and DIFFERENCES between

Adult and Juvenile court.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRXKIZTKJ-w

another form of deterrant...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

You be the jury!

...Evidence of:

-PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each

-Arrest to Sentencing

-Bill of Rights

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 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

1. ANSWER Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5

2. What are some causes to juvenile crime?

3. How would you solve juvenile crime? Are there some ideas you have or programs that would help?

= WED - 9 NOV 2016 / THURS - 10 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

Quick study time...
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // 8th HOUR - Toondoo cartoon DUE FRIDAY //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 16 Vocabulary Test (1st 19 terms)

__ FINISH __ "You be the Jury!" ...LOOK for evidence of: -PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each? -Arrest to Sentencing (blank template of 6 steps) -Bill of Rights (4,5,6,7,8...)

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)

cnnstudentnews.com (9 NOV 2016)

__ GRAB YOUR GAME or it's going to be recycled... __
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)



= TUESDAY - 8 NOV 2016 =



= 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

Page 308 "Thinking Critically" #2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Page 288 - Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary (19 terms) //
 * In Class- **

DUE WED or THURS: (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

"You be the Jury!"

...LOOK for evidence of: -PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each? -Arrest to Sentencing (blank template of 6 steps) -Bill of Rights (4,5,6,7,8...)

cnnstudentnews.com

GRAB YOUR GAME or it's going to be recycled...
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary Test - WED 9 NOV 2016 or THURS 10 NOV

Toondoo.com cartoon - DUE: (__5th HR__ - WED 9 NOV or __8th HR__ - FRI 11 NOV)

= MONDAY - 7 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

NO WU
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Page 288 - Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary (19 terms) //
 * In Class- **

FINISH... (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

cnnstudentnews.com


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **


 * Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary Test - WED 9 NOV 2016 or THURS 10 NOV **

Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and YOUR NOTES __ create a __ __ comic strip __ w/: involving EACH OF THE 6 STEPS (print off or draw it by hand)
 * Toondoo.com cartoon - __DUE ON YOUR NEXT BLOCK DAY__ (WED 9 NOV or THURS 10 NOV) **
 * toondoo.com **
 * or **
 * storyboardthat.com **

= WEDNESDAY - 2 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

NO WU
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Page 288 - Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary (19 terms) //
 * In Class- **

FINISH... (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

cnnstudentnews.com


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **


 * Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary Test - TUESDAY 8 NOV 2016 **
 * Toondoo.com cartoon - __DUE ON YOUR NEXT BLOCK DAY__ (WED 9 NOV or THURS 10 NOV) **

Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and YOUR NOTES __ create a __ toondoo.com __ comic strip __ w/: __ toondoo.com __ involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS (print off or upload to this Google form.)

HERE IS THE GOOGLE FORM: media type="custom" key="28344057"

= WEDNESDAY - 2 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

READ "The Affluenza Defense..." RESPOND to questions 1,5,7,8
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Page 288 - Chapter 16 FIRST COLUMN Vocabulary (19 terms) //
 * In Class- **

FINISH... (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and YOUR NOTES __ create a __ toondoo.com __ comic strip __

__ toondoo.com __

involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS

(print off or upload to this Google form.)

HERE IS THE GOOGLE FORM: media type="custom" key="28344057"


 * CHAPTER 16 (FIRST 19 TERMS) VOCABULARY TEST - FRIDAY 4 NOV 2016**

= TUESDAY - 1 NOV 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE pages 293-299 to ANSWER the following:
 * WU- **

1. What are the duties of police officers? 2. How do people become a police officer? 3. What are the FOUR views on the purpose of imprisonment?

E of L DUE - // Chapter 16 - Section 1 Review page 292 (3,4,5) //
 * In Class- **

FINISH... (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

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Page 288 Chapter 16 DEFINE 1st COLUMN of Vocabulary (19 terms)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 31 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

NAME and EXPLAIN: The Four __Causes__ of Crime...(pages 291-292)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // DUE "The Drew Carey Project Volume 1" RESPONSES // // ANSWER: //
 * In Class- **

Alright, here we go! (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 16 - Section 1 Review page 292 3,4,5
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 28 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

REVIEW / DISCUSS: The 5 TYPES of CRIME (from yesterday's homework)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

WATCH "The Drew Carey Project Volume 1" ANSWER:

__ San Tan Flat - Dance Ban __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXhv1OggI4

__ National City: Eminent Domain Gone Wild? __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGePeT2rwjg

WATCH "The Drew Carey Project Volume 1" ANSWER:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WED - 26 OCT 2016 / THURS - 27 OCT 2016 = =5th Hour / 8th Hour= = = =EQ/LT: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will design a Civics board game incorporating terms and concepts from the 3 branches of government.=

Page 90 "Applying the Skill" (1,2,3)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!
 * In Class- **

It's Game Time!

__ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone): media type="custom" key="28805532"

cnnstudentnews.com (8 MAR 2016)

(2 PARTS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

A - __ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone.): media type="custom" key="28805532"

B - Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law (starting on page 289) -What are the 5 Types of Crimes? Name and define each one.

= FRIDAY - 21 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

NEW SEATS!!!
 * WU- **

Page 133 "Reviewing Main Ideas" ANSWER: 4,5,6

E of L DUE - Side 1 of "Gideon's Trumpet" video companion
 * In Class- **

Gideon's Trumpet - Supreme Court Trial Scenes...

The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!

The Great Civics Game Design Challenge! -We chose a partner, type of game and subject area - __ DUE WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER 2016 __
 * E of L- **

= WED - 19 OCT 2016 / THURS - 20 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

READ (pages 296-297) Gideon v. Wainwright 1. Why did this case make it all the way to Supreme Court? 2. What was the ruling? Why do you think it was so significant?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //"Unintended Consequences" video responses//
 * In Class- **

FINISH: Bill of Rights

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain"

cnnstudentnews.com

// Famous Supreme Court Cases // **ADD to your paper:** Plessy v. Ferguson (pages 128-129) and Gideon v. Wainwright ((pages 296-297)

(Gideon v. Wainwright - 1963)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOnsB2S5nJc&list=PLE9AFCAFDAE905EFE

<span style="background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.6); color: #333333; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Gideon was accused of committing a felony. Being indigent, he petitioned the judge to provide him with an attorney free of charge. The judge denied his request. The Supreme Court ruled for Gideon, saying that the Sixth Amendment requires indigent criminal defendants to be provided an attorney free of charge.

FINISH SIDE 1 of the video companion: "Gideon's Trumpet"
 * E of L- **

= TUESDAY - 18 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

READ page 130 "American Biography: Thurgood Marshall" ANSWER 1. Give 2 facts about his background and experience. 2. What do you think helped him to be chosen for a Supreme Court justice position? Explain.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //DEFINE:// //1. Eminent Domain-// //2. What are some examples of how it has been used?// //3. Provide evidence of it being a positive and a negative tool of government.//
 * In Class- **

FINISH __Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how each Bill of Right protects us (1-10)__ "Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M //(1-10 Template)//

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER:

cnnstudentnews.com

// Famous Supreme Court Cases // **ADD to your paper:** Plessy vs. Ferguson (pages 128-129)

__Next up...Apply what you know:__ The Bill of Rights and You!

cnnstudentnews.com

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

// Famous Supreme Court Cases // http://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/supreme-court-landmarks **ADD to your paper:** Plessy vs. Ferguson (pages 128-129) Miranda vs. Arizona (pages 152-153)

*Supreme Court Interactive

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/supremecourt/games/index.html

BRING CARDBOARD TO CLASS!!!

= MONDAY - 17 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

Textbook pages 152-153 READ "Miranda Rights" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // The Bill of Rights and You (blue handout) //
 * In Class- **

__Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how each Bill of Right protects us (1-10)__ "Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M //(1-10 Template)//

(TUESDAY) Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER:

cnnstudentnews.com

// Famous Supreme Court Cases // **ADD to your paper:** Plessy vs. Ferguson (pages 128-129)

__Next up...Apply what you know:__ The Bill of Rights and You!

cnnstudentnews.com

FINISH: Famous Supreme Court Cases Bill of Rights and You
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUES - 11 OCT 2016 / WED - 12 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - Analyze historical Supreme Court cases and the Bill of Rights. **

USE Page 119 1. What is the Judiciary Act of 1789? 2. Define jurisdiction - 3. Give 3 examples of cases that are tried in a Federal Court.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases // //__ DO "Rights to a Fair Trial" and #1 __//
 * In Class- **

__ REVIEW __ Kinds of Laws, Role of the Court, Rights of the Accused

__ Federal Court System __ Structure of Federal Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





COMPLETE //Famous Supreme Court Cases// portion (#2, #3, #4)

*Marbury vs. Madison video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNlilK7uuT4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFFZYJzv8-I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWYFwl93uCM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwciUVLdSPk

**ADD to your paper:**
 * Plessy vs. Ferguson (pages 128-129) **

Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how __each Bill of Right__ provides rights / protects us (1-10)
 * "Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights"**
 * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M**


 * //or//**
 * (on Discovery Education)**
 * "Just the Facts: The Constitution and the Bill of Rights..."**


 * __Next up...Apply what you know:__**
 * The Bill of Rights and You! **


 * cnnstudentnews.com **

Evidence of Learning (E of L)-
 * (2 PARTS) **

__ PART 1 __
 * COMPLETE //Famous Supreme Court Cases// portion (#2, #3, #4) **

__ PART 2 __ //Next up...Apply what you know:// The Bill of Rights and You!

= MONDAY - 10 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - How does the Judicial Branch operate? **

Pages 115-116 What are the FOUR KINDS of LAWS? Define/Explain each one.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * In Class- **

__ Federal Court System __ Structure of Federal Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)



Chapter 7 Vocabulary list

Supreme Court / Judicial Branch video w/ responses

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases __ DO "Rights to a Fair Trial" and #1 __ = =
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WED - 5 OCT 2016 / THURS - 6 OCT 2016 =

= 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - How does the Judicial Branch operate? **

READ "Applying the Skill" (page 112) ANSWER
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt (1-29) //
 * In Class- **

Video: Our Government: The Executive Branch

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt LINK 1: [|www.whitehouse.gov/government/judg.html] LINK 2: [|www.supremecourtus.gov/about/justicecaseload.pdf]
 * E of L- **

GO TO: https://www.icivics.org/games PLAY: "Executive Command" and/or "Branches of Power"

COMPLETE: Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt LINK 1: [|www.whitehouse.gov/government/judg.html] LINK 2: [|www.supremecourtus.gov/about/justicecaseload.pdf]
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUESDAY - 4 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - What is the role of the President? **

READ "Women in the Military" (page 103) ANSWER: 1. Approximately, how many women have served in the military? 2. Describe the difference in military service - Israel vs. U.S. 3. How has military service for U.S. women changed over time?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Executive Branch (1-10)// //of Three Branches of Government//
 * In Class- **

Complete: Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt (1-29)

Complete: Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt (1-29)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 3 OCT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =


 * EQ/LT - How does the Executive Branch function? **
 * (Integrate unit vocabulary terms) **

Vocab. study time
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Chapter 6 Vocabulary Test//
 * In Class- **

Complete: Executive Branch portion (1-10) of Three Branches Packet

cnnstudentnews.com

Complete: Executive Branch portion (1-10) of Three Branches Packet
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **



= FRIDAY - 30 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE pages 96-99 to ANSWER #3 and #4 on page 100
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Article 2: Executive Branch// (on side 2)
 * In Class- **

CREATE: Chapter 6 Vocabulary List - page 92 -(__1st 15 terms__ ONLY) // presidential succession to embassy //

FINISH: Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency w/ video companion:

Use Chapter 6 to assist you with the following:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 6 Vocabulary Test (1st 15 terms) - MONDAY 3 OCT 2016

= WED - 28 SEPT 2016 / THURS - 29 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE page 95: ANSWER: 1. What are qualifications for the Vice President? 2. Describe the role of the Vice President? What does he/she do? 3. How are some of them chosen? 4. Name our current Vice President.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Executive Branch flip book//
 * In Class- **

L / E flip book questions

Schoolhouse Rock! Three Ring Government https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAZ8QJgFHOg&list=PLQcaoHLSZZPnAsFnJPCiY0nJ0xUc6S207

6-1 pages 92-96 and 25th Amendment

Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency w/ video companion:

COMPLETE: //Article 2: Executive Branch// (on side 2)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

CREATE: Chapter 6 Vocabulary List - page 92 -(__1st 15 terms__ ONLY) // presidential succession to embassy //

= TUESDAY - 27 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE pages 87-89 to ANSWER questions 4 and 5 on page 89
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Legislative Branch flip book//
 * In Class- **

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

// Can you answer the following? // 1. Where does a bill have to start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

__ Executive Branch flip book __ (Use pages 93-99 to assist you with the following flip book categories.) Qualifications Term of office Salary & benefits Presidential succession 25th Amendment Roles of the President

Schoolhouse Rock! Three Ring Government https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAZ8QJgFHOg&list=PLQcaoHLSZZPnAsFnJPCiY0nJ0xUc6S207


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

(2 PARTS) __ Executive Branch flip book __

(Use pages 93-99 to assist you with the following flip book categories.)

Qualifications / term of office / salary & benefits / presidential succession / 25th Amendment / Roles of the President

Page 90 "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3

= MONDAY - 26 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE page 84 to ANSWER the following question: 1. Name and Describe 3 ways an idea for a bill begins...
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // 5-3 Questions (page 83) // // ANSWER 3,4,5 //
 * In Class- **

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

// Can you answer the following? // 1. Where does a bill have to start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

I'm Just a Bill... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFroMQlKiag

Legislative Branch Flip Book -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -special powers of House / Senate -name some committees that each house (House / Senate) has

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Legislative Branch Flip Book -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -special powers of House / Senate -name some committees that each house (House / Senate) has
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 23 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

USE pages pages 76-79 to ANSWER the following questions: 1. What is the title given to the leader of the House of Representatives? The Senate? 2. Who stands in for the Vice President, when he is not there? 3. Name at least 3 committees that a Senator could join. 4. Name at least 3 committees that a Representative could join.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Committees / Committee Membership (pages 77-78)

Legislative Branch Scavenger Hunt

5-3 Questions (page 83) ANSWER 3,4,5

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

The Day In The Life of Congressman Rodney Davis (U.S. Rep. Illinois) http://rodneydavis.house.gov/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVMZ2EkyYic Sensory Chart What do you: See? Feel? Taste? Hear? Smell?

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5-3 Questions (page 83) ANSWER 3,4,5
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WED - 21 SEPT 2016 / THURS - 22 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

READ "Hot Dog Hysteria" on your warmup: ANSWER 2,4,9
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Obama's In-Box responses handout //
 * In Class- **

AUTUMNAL EQUINOX! [] []

Go over Legislative Branch video responses (1-10)

The (Almost) Painless Guide to the Legislative Branch -video / responses

ONLY Legislative Branch part

PLAY "Represent Me!" https://www.icivics.org/games/represent-me

LEJ Political Cartoon (w/ partner)

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ONLY Legislative Branch part
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUESDAY - 20 SEPTEMBER 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

READ pages 44-45 ANSWER 1,2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // USE Ch.5 pages 71-75 // // ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75 //
 * In Class- **

Look at pages 71-73

Go over Legislative Branch video responses (1-10)

LEJ Political Cartoon (w/ partner)

__ PART 1 __ Complete the Political Cartoon handout
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ PART 2 __ READ the following article "Obama's In-box" (READ THOROUGHLY - we are going to have a discussion next class) http://upfront.scholastic.com/issues/01_07_13/book#/12 bhs16 ANSWER the questions on this handout: = MONDAY - 19 SEPTEMBER 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

5 minutes or so of study time for vocabulary test
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 3 Vocabulary Test (16 Terms)
 * In Class- **

READ and USE Ch.5 pages 71-75 ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

READ and USE Ch.5 pages 71-75

ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75

= FRIDAY - 16 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

NAME the 3 Branches of Government.
 * WU- **

What does each branch DO?

E of L DUE - 3-2 Review questions 2,3,4 (page 43)
 * In Class- **

We viewed a segment of video "Our Federal Government: The Legislative Branch" __on the legislative branch__ with the accompanying packet.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie6mvIDU2y4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0gosGXSgsI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFR5XBYLfU

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Use quizlet.com to STUDY all 16 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. __***MONDAY 19 SEPT 2016 is a Chapter 15 Vocabulary Quiz on these terms__
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WED - 14 SEPT 2016 / THURS - 15 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

Federal System Powers DELEGATED CONCURRENT RESERVED 1. Which has the power to declare war? 2. Which can establish schools? 3. Which can establish post offices? 4. Which can collect taxes? 5. Which charter banks? 6. Which can coin money? 7. Which can issue marriage licenses?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Your Federal System of Powers Venn Diagram
 * In Class- **

PPT - The Federal System (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers Reserved (state) powers Concurrent (shared) powers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie6mvIDU2y4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0gosGXSgsI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuFR5XBYLfU

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READ pages 41-43 ANSWER 3-2 Review questions 2,3,4 (page 43)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Use quizlet.com to define all 15 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. __***MONDAY 19 SEPT 2016 is a Chapter 15 Vocabulary Quiz on these terms__

= 13 SEPT 2016 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

Quick study time...
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Chapter 2 Test

__ PART 1 __ USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: federal system, delegated power, reserved power, shared (concurrent) power
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ PART 2 __ DRAW this:

LABEL these parts on your Venn diagram: A. Delegated powers, Reserved powers, Shared powers (Concurrent) B. For each of these, WRITE DOWN 3 EXAMPLES of each power.

= MONDAY - 12 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** Page 34 "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3

**In Class-** E of L DUE:

Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation w/ handout:

Chapter 2 review

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ STUDY - Chapter 2 Assessment (TUESDAY 13 SEPT 2016) __ 13 terms of Chapter 2 AND notes on: D of I / Articles of Confederation / Constitutional Convention

= FRIDAY - 9 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** Use pages 32-33 to assist you with these questions: 1. What is a difference between a federalist and anti-federalist? 2. Name a famous federalist and anti-federalist. 3. How did they settle their differences? 4. What does "ratification" mean?

**In Class-** E of L DUE: // Parts 1 and 2 (See 7 Sept and 8 Sept) //

Constitutional Convention -review and wrapup (pages 29-33)

"Made In America" (Bill Bryson) -the early years of the Republic

Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation w/ handout:

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ STUDY - Chapter 2 Assessment (TUESDAY 13 SEPT 2016) __ 13 terms of Chapter 2 AND notes on: D of I / Articles of Confederation / Constitutional Convention

= WED - 7 SEPT 2016 / THURS - 8 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** Use textbook pages 25-27 to assist with you with this question: 1. What were 2 positive and 3 negative aspects of the Articles of Confederation?

**In Class-** E of L DUE: // Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :) //

Articles of Confederation...the good, the bad, the ugly

VIDEO: American Government: Foundations of American Government (w/ ?'s) __Pre-viewing:__ 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. 2. What does the D of I mean to you? __During / Post-viewing:__ 3. What type of government do you think works best? 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ PART 1- __ Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-

__ PART 2- __ PAGE 20 - Ch. 2 Vocabulary list (from law to Anti-Federalist //= 13 terms)//

= 2 SEPT 2016 - FRIDAY =

= 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** p.29 READ "James Madison" ANSWER: 1. Describe his background and early life. 2. Why is he regarded as the "Father of the Constitution"? 3. What are 3 qualities that every Presidential candidate should possess?

**In Class-** E of L DUE: //Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27)// //__Who, What, When, Where, Why__// //A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence// //B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation//

VIDEO: American Government: Foundations of American Government (w/ ?'s) __Pre-viewing:__ 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. 2. What does the D of I mean to you? __During / Post-viewing:__ 3. What type of government do you think works best? 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :)

= WED - 31 AUG 2016 / THURS - 1 SEPT 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** 1. What is a refugee? 2. How long can it take to apply for naturalization? 3. What country did you research for citizenship? 4. Give a detail or example that makes this nation's citizenship requirements different from the U.S.

**In Class-** E of L DUE - //Citizenship Test results// //Pick a Country citizenship requirements (1,2,3)//

REVIEW Citizenship You vs. the Book (pages 8-10)

(Wed. or Thurs.) Immigration video: American Heritage: Immigration to the United States -1 question -1 comment

Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?

Together - look at 2-1

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**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27) __Who, What, When, Where, Why__ A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation

= 30 AUG 2016 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** 1-READ "Smaller Families" and "Changing Roles" (pages 16) AND 2-WRITE 2 facts __from each reading__.

**In Class-** E of L DUE - //-Write down 5 requirements that you believe there are for U.S. Citizenship.//

Citizenship You vs. the Book (pages 8-10)

(Wed. or Thurs.) Immigration video: American Heritage: Immigration to the United States

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** [Citizenship test] Take this citizenship test and print out the results: https://my.uscis.gov/prep/test/civics/view

PICK ANY COUNTRY in the world and find out what the citizenship requirements are. 1. What are they? 2. Describe if they are similar/different than U.S. requirements. 3. Are there any unique parts to this country's requirements? Provide examples.

= MONDAY - 29 AUG 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** Page 18 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3

**In Class-** __// Got syllabus signed? //__ // Chapter 1 / and some of Ch. 2 Vocabulary Quiz // // E of L DUE: Page 14/15 Reading questions 1,2,3,4 //

Citizenship Requirements - What do YOU think the requirements are?

You think:
 * You think: || The _says: ||

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** WITHOUT using your text or going online:

What do you think are (or should be) 5 requirements for U.S. citizenship?

= FRIDAY - 25 AUG 2016 = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** Page 34 "Applying the Skills" ANSWER 1,2,3,4

**In Class-** __// Got syllabus signed? //__ //Ch.1 / Ch.2 vocabulary quizlet list//

Chapter 1 / and some of Ch. 2 Vocabulary Quizlet Live!

REVIEW This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** STUDY for Chapter 1 Vocabulary Test

AND

-READ " Today's Population Growth " (page 14) ANSWER: 1. What is happening to the population most recently? 2. Guesstimating...what do you think is the population of the U.S. today?

-READ " A People on the Move" ANSWER: 3. What is the population trend that is occurring? 4. Describe some of the effects of this movement of people.

= WED - 24 AUG 2016 / THURS - 25 AUG 2016 =
 * 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR **

**WU-** READ "Feeding the Hungry" pages 12-13 ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** __// Got syllabus signed? //__ //Ch.1 / Ch.2 vocabulary//

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

E of L start...

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** __ Chapter 1 (and parts of Chapter 2) Vocabulary list __

-ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 pages 2-17(and parts of Chapter 2)

should be put onto a vocabulary list you make with: // quizlet.com // __ Put your name on it / Print it off __

__***STUDY for Chapter 1 Vocabulary Quiz that will be on these terms__

= 23 AUG 2016 - TUESDAY =

= 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

**WU-** READ "Feeding the Hungry" pages 12-13 ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** Got syllabus signed?

Seasonal Partners

__DEFINE:__ (Beginning Ch.1) *Civics *Citizen- *Government-

(Beginning Ch.2) Absolute Monarchy (vs. Constitutional Monarchy)- Democracy- (Direct and Representive/Republic) Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** FINISH and STUDY the above Ch 1 and 2 definitions

= 22 AUG 2016 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 8th HOUR =

On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?
 * WU-**

Go over course outline/syllabus -book sign out
 * In Class-**

Expectations of you Expectations of me

What government does/does not do-

GET YOUR SYLLABUS SIGNED!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-**

3 or more examples for each question. What should the government do for you? What should you do for the government?

__ PART 3- __ PAGE 33 ANSWER 2,3,4

= =

= =

= TUESDAY - 17 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

Use pages 425-426 to:
DEFINE Interdependence- foreign relations- alliance- executive agreement-

// E of L DUE - check // // Drew Carey - Vol. 2 video responses //
 * In Class- **

Foreign Policy -President's Role --Department of State -Congress's Role

cnnstudentnews.com

Foreign Policy / Charting a Course handout
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 16 MAY 2016 = District Civics Assessment CR

= FRIDAY - 13 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

READ pages 428-429
"Tiananmen Square" ANSWER 1,2,3

// E of L DUE - check // // Chapter 9 Assessment // // Researching Your State Executive Branch handout //
 * In Class- **

FINISH (Drew Carey Project - Vol. 2) Food Fight / Kidneys For Sale / Throw Pillow Fight / Agricultural Subsidies

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(Drew Carey Project - Vol. 2) Food Fight / Kidneys For Sale / Throw Pillow Fight / Agricultural Subsidies // -You can search youtube.com for a preview of each of these stories or borrow the dvd. //
 * E of L- **

= WEDNESDAY - 11 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

READ pages 176-177
"City Governments Work Together" and "Government Competition" ANSWER:
 * 1) 3 on page 177

// E of L DUE - check // // Chapter 9 Government handout (sections 1,2,3,4) //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 9 Assessment

"Researching Your State Executive Branch" handout SIDES 1 and 2



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Chapter 9 Assessment
 * E of L- **

"Researching Your State Executive Branch" handout SIDES 1 and 2

= TUESDAY - 10 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

StUdY tImE!!!
// E of L DUE - check //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 9 Vocabulary Assessment

Chapter 9 Government handout (sections 1,2,3,4):

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Chapter 9 Government handout (sections 1,2,3,4):
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 9 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

"Vocabulary Workshop"
ANSWER 1,2,3,4,5

// E of L DUE - check // // Last 15 terms from Chapter 9 and Research side of handout 1,2,3,6 //
 * In Class- **

// REVIEW Chapter 9... // -Town Meeting (structure / procedure / uniqueness) pages 163-164 -Special Districts page 165 http://scfd.org/

FINISH -City Government (3 Types) pages 167-170 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbZlrXW2BJg&list=PLYEb5tYzlis8XTqMrJkzlweoSxIx5Dolx

cnnstudentnews.com


 * E of L- **

Use pages 163-170 to complete TOP 1/2 of side 1 and BOTTOM 1/2 of side 2:



STUDY >>> Chapter 9 Vocabulary Test - TUESDAY 10 MAY 2016

= FRIDAY - 6 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

READ "Saving The Covered Bridges"
ANSWER 1,2

// E of L DUE - check // // Side 1 of Ch.9 City Government Guided Reading //
 * In Class- **

// continue Chapter 9... // -Town Meeting (structure / procedure / uniqueness) pages 163-164 -Special Districts page 165

-City Government (3 Types) pages 167-170

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbZlrXW2BJg&list=PLYEb5tYzlis8XTqMrJkzlweoSxIx5Dolx

cnnstudentnews.com

(2 PARTS)
 * E of L- **

A-Use pages 163-170 to complete TOP 1/2 of side 1 and BOTTOM 1/2 of side 2:

B-STUDY >>> Chapter 9 Vocabulary Test - TUESDAY 10 MAY 2016

= WEDNESDAY - 4 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

Use ANY 3 of the 10 Vocabulary words due today...
USE them correctly in a sentence. (3 total)

// E of L DUE - check // // p. 162 / Chapter 9-1 (1,2,3) //
 * In Class- **

The Debt Limit Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIbkoop4AYE

continue Chapter 9...County Government

icivics.org "Counties Work"

cnnstudentnews.com

Local Government Handout (Diagram side-all / Research side-1,2,3,6)
 * E of L- **

Define last 15 terms of Chapter 9

= TUESDAY - 3 MAY 2016 = = 1st HOUR =


 * WU- **

Page 236 "Applying the Skill"
1,2,3,4

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

The Debt Limit Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIbkoop4AYE

icivics.org "Counties Work"

cnnstudentnews.com

READ Chapter 9-1 (Pages 159-162) ANSWER 1,2,3 (Page 162)
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 2 MAY 2016 =
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Chapter 12 Vocabulary Test (makeups due by end of the day Tuesday 3 MAY) // // Past Due - National Budget (10 Priorities) Pie Chart //
 * In Class- **

__ Civics District Assessment __ thompsonschools.illuminatehc.com login: first initial middle initial last name graduation year password: student number or "welcome"

Chapter 12 Vocabulary Test

icivics.org "Counties Work"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWu8o-ZzUNs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAw4CKynIGI cnnstudentnews.com


 * E of L- **

= FRIDAY - 29 APRIL 2016 =
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // National Budget (10 Priorities) Pie Chart //
 * In Class- **

__ Civics District Assessment __ thompsonschools.illuminatehc.com first initial middle initial last name graduation year student number or "welcome"

Chapter 12 Vocabulary Test

FINISH National Treasure

icivics.org "Counties Work"

cnnstudentnews.com


 * E of L- **

= WEDNESDAY - 27 APRIL 2016 =
 * WU- **

5. What do you think about this?
E of L DUE - Chapter 12 Vocabulary List
 * In Class- **

-review Ch. 12 intro.

Tax Man Max

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q3NPgHZzDo

The Wonderful World of Taxes

icivics.org "Counties Work"

cnnstudentnews.com

E of L- What are your priorities? What would your budget proposal look like? A. Create a pie chart that shows how you would divide up your 10 budget priorities B. Tell me (in a few sentences) your reasoning for your priorities.

Here is an example:

= TUESDAY - 26 APRIL 2015 =
 * WU- **

"Speeding in Finland Can Cost You a Fortune, If You Already Have One."
ANSWER: 1. How are speeding fines dealt with in Finland? 2. What do you think of this way of giving speeding tickets/fines? Explain.

// E of L DUE - // // Third Party video (Ross Perot) - 5 Challenges of being a 3rd Party Candidate //
 * In Class- **

Introduce Unit 12-1 / notes

Tax Man Max https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q3NPgHZzDo

Chapter 12 Vocabulary List

cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 12 Vocabulary List
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 25 APRIL 2016 = http://www.people-press.org/2016/03/31/campaign-exposes-fissures-over-issues-values-and-how-life-has-changed-in-the-u-s/
 * WU- **

cnnstudentnews.com 3 different facts from today's newscast.


 * In Class- **

// E of L DUE: //
// Chapter 11 TEST //

// "Is That Really a Law?" responses //
__ Third Party Politics... __ // What makes it so difficult to run for president of the U.S. as a 3rd Party candidate? // // WATCH: // "The Presidential Election Process and Third Party Politics" HERE IS THE LINK (TYPE your name in and then watch it.):

https://assignments.discoveryeducation.com/?cdPasscode=T0C77-4DB2

// ANSWER: // 1. LIST 5 or more challenges that Ross Perot's Campaign had in 1992 (that the Republican and Democratic candidates DID NOT have to confront).


 * E of L- **

= WEDNESDAY - 20 APRIL 2016 = http://www.people-press.org/2016/03/31/campaign-exposes-fissures-over-issues-values-and-how-life-has-changed-in-the-u-s/
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// "Is That Really a Law?" responses //
National Treasure

FINISH Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook

FINISH Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook
 * E of L- **

= WEDNESDAY - 20 APRIL 2016 = http://www.people-press.org/2016/03/31/campaign-exposes-fissures-over-issues-values-and-how-life-has-changed-in-the-u-s/
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// "Is That Really a Law?" responses //
National Treasure

FINISH Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook

FINISH Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook
 * E of L- **

= TUESDAY - 19 APRIL 2016 = http://www.people-press.org/2016/03/31/campaign-exposes-fissures-over-issues-values-and-how-life-has-changed-in-the-u-s/
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// "Is That Really a Law?" responses //
Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook

Chapter 11 Test w/ textbook
 * E of L- **

= FRIDAY - 15 APRIL 2016 = PAGE 220 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER: 1,2,3
 * WU- **

bad examples http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=952783415975 good examples https://www.surveymonkey.com/mp/survey-templates/?ut_source=header


 * In Class- **

// Pages 217-219 / Answer 2,3,4 //
// Past DUE: // // Chapter 11 Vocabulary //

CONTINUE Politics and the Media - video 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda. 2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Upfront Magazine (April 30, 2015 Issue) READ "Is That Really a Law?" (pages 12-13) ANSWER: 1. Are these laws still legal today? Explain. 2. Why are many of these laws so odd-sounding? 3. In your opinion, why do you think some of these laws were created in the first place? 4. Which of these (or others you have heard of) are the strangest ones to you? Why? *RESEARCH another blue law from ANY U.S. state -Where? -What is it? -Why do you think it was created?
 * E of L- **

= WEDNESDAY - 13 APRIL 2016 = Page 211 11-1 Review ANSWER #3
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

// Past DUE: //
// Chapter 10 Test //

Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book - propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Politics and the Media - video 1. PROVIDE at least 4 Examples of Propaganda. 2. Give 2 examples of how the media impacts politics.

Pages 221-216

USE pages 217-219 to ANSWER 2,3,4
 * E of L- **

= TUESDAY - 12 APRIL 2016 = USE pages 207-208 1. Define: public opinion- 2. Define: propaganda-
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

Past E of L DUE -
Chapter 10 Test

Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book - propaganda -slideshow Can you ID the kinds of propaganda?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Politics and the Media - video

IN NOTEBOOK: Chapter 11 Vocabulary List (all terms)
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 11 APRIL 2016 = Page 205 "Thinking Critically" #3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //Chapter 10 "Electing Leaders" TEST// PAST DUE:
 * In Class- **

// "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses //

// Create Your Own Political Party! platform //

-Grade 'em

READ pages 202-203 "The Electoral College"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468

Pages 200-203 -Presidential / VP Candidates -Election Campaign and Campaign Day

cnnstudentnews.com (11 APRIL 2016)


 * In Class- **

= FRIDAY - 1 APRIL 2016 = WATCH: "How The Electoral College Works." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUS9mM8Xbbw&index=13&list=PLC1C0D3F2BA472F62&feature=iv&src_vid=7wC42HgLA4k&annotation_id=annotation_572578 ANSWER: -What are 3 things about the Electoral College you learned from the video?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses // // Create Your Own Political Party! platform //
 * In Class- **

READ pages 202-203 "The Electoral College"

PLAY "Win The White House" @ icivics.org

https://www.icivics.org/games/win-white-house

[]

Chapter 10 "Electing Leaders" TEST ANSWER **BOTH** Questions at the end of the test (using 5-7 sentences for each one).
 * In Class- **

= WEDNESDAY - 30 MARCH 2016 = USE pages 188-189 "Third Parties" to ANSWER 1. Name FOUR or more 3rd Party candidates of the past. 2. What could be the potential effects of having 3rd party candidates run for president? 3. Provide a couple of reasons why you think 3rd party candidates have not done better in past presidential elections.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - __// "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses (2,4,8) //__
 * In Class- **

FINISH Video- Federal #|Government: Electing a President: The Process

"Quizzes 1,2,3"

//Part 3: Where Do I Fit?:// Quiz 1: World's Smallest Political Quiz LINK: http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

//Quiz 2// LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/FREE/select.php?client=g.r.o.s.s95 http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology

//Quiz 3// LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/president/ http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

This is your brain on... http://money.cnn.com/2016/03/26/media/donald-trump-brain-waves-study/index.html
 * if time allows...

cnnstudentnews.com (30 APRIL 2016)

__(COMPLETED IN CLASS)__ 1/2 sheet video handout; "Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process"
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__(COMPLETED IN CLASS)__ "Quizzes 1,2,3"
 * links are above

__(ON YOUR OWN - DUE FRIDAY 1 APRIL)__ Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in. PLANKS = 4 TOTAL

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do to attract support for your party name and party objectives (party goals)? -Provide 3 ways you would do this.

= TUESDAY - 29 MARCH 2016 = USE pages 191 AND 195 "Political Party Finances" and "Public Financing" to ANSWER 1. Why is running for political office so expensive? 2. Describe some of the concerns with large campaign contributions. 3. What are 2 things that the Federal Election Campaign Act has addressed?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - __// Chapter 10 Vocabulary Test //__
 * In Class- **

What are the limits to private and corporate contributions to candidates? How much did President Obama and Mitt Romney spend on their campaigns back in 2012?

FINISH Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

This is your brain on...

http://money.cnn.com/2016/03/26/media/donald-trump-brain-waves-study/index.html

cnnstudentnews.com (29 MARCH 2016)

READ "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" ANSWER: #2, #4, #8 = MONDAY - 28 MARCH 2016 = USE pages 187-188 to ANSWER Page 189 "Section 1 Review" Questions #3 and #4
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Chapter 10 Vocabulary List //
 * In Class- **

REVIEW (me) -Beginnings of the Two-Party System-

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

cnnstudentnews.com (28 MARCH 2016)


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 25 MARCH 2016 = LISTEN to this audio clip: http://www.wnyc.org/story/supreme-court-considers-where-lines-drawn-in-cell-phone-searches/ 1. What are the TWO sides to the argument? 2. What do you think? Why?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

REVIEW (me) -Beginnings of the Two-Party System-

+/- of the Two-Party System

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

Pages 191-201

cnnstudentnews.com (25 MARCH 2016)

(Handwritten or Print copy) -Chapter 10 Vocabulary List - **//Ch. 10 Vocabulary Test TUESDAY 29 MARCH 2016//**
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= TUESDAY - 22 MARCH 2016 = READ "Global Connections: Voting in Australia" (pages 197)
 * WU- **

ANSWER: 1. How is Australia's voting law different than the U.S.? 2. Are there benefits to doing it this way? 3. Should voting be a choice or mandatory? Why?

E of L DUE - // Political Party handout due //
 * In Class- **

(pages 185-187) What is a political party? What is the role of political parties? -Beginnings of the two-party system

Video-(28) "Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process" Video link: Video Companion:

(pages 188-189) What are the advantages of a two-party system? Disadvantages?

cnnstudentnews.com (22 MARCH 2016)

(pages 188-189) What are the advantages of a two-party system? Disadvantages?
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

= MONDAY - 21 MARCH 2016 = READ "On The Campaign Trail" (pages 192-193) ANSWER 1,2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // "Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court" Responses //
 * In Class- **

Starting "Purpose and Role of Political Parties" Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

__ President Washington's Farewell Address __ (READ through the TOP PART) http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address 1. NAME and SUMMARIZE the FOUR areas that he gave the country advice on. 2. That was 1796 - How are we doing? Did we listen to advice? Explain your answer.

__ Political Party Scavenger Hunt __ (DO PAGES 1 and 2) __PART 1 links:__ LINK 1 http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/political-parties LINK 2 http://www.democrats.org/issues/civil_rights LINK 3 http://www.gop.com/our-party/ LINK 4 http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/president/issues/party-platforms/index.html
 * Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle)

__PART 2 links:__ http://www.pbs.org/newshour/spc/extra/features/july-dec00/thirdparties.html http://www.politics1.com/parties.htm

__ President Washington's Farewell Address __ (READ through the TOP PART) http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address ANSWER: 1. NAME and SUMMARIZE the FOUR areas that he gave the country advice on. 2. That was 1796 - Now it's 2016 - How are we doing? Did we listen to his advice? Explain your answer.
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__ Political Party Scavenger Hunt __ (DO PAGES 1 and 2) __PART 1 links:__ LINK 1 http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/political-parties LINK 2 http://www.democrats.org/issues/civil_rights LINK 3 http://www.gop.com/our-party/ LINK 4 http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/president/issues/party-platforms/index.html
 * Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle)

__PART 2 links:__ LINK 1 http://www.pbs.org/newshour/spc/extra/features/july-dec00/thirdparties.html LINK 2 http://www.politics1.com/parties.htm = FRIDAY - 18 MARCH 2016 = Page 308 "Thinking Critically" #2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

(students use just their brains - no books or partners) Chapter 16 Assessment

(This is their HW when finished with Ch.16 Test): READ: "Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/11/09/AR2009110900702.html ANSWER: 2,3,4,5,6

(This is their HW when finished with Ch.16 Test): READ: "Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/11/09/AR2009110900702.html ANSWER: 2,3,4,5,6
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= WEDNESDAY - 16 MAR 2016 = READ Clarence Gideon (pages 296-297) to answer: 1. Why was Clarence Gideon arrested? 2. How is this a landmark case? Provide evidence. 3. Which of Gideon's constitutional rights were violated?
 * WU- **

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrcTqx3t8Gg E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

FINISH: Law and Order - "Trust" (COMPLETE this video companion while watching):

(w/ your textbook) __Plea Bargaining__ (define)-

__ Punishing Lawbreakers __ -Imprisonment -Parole -Capital Punishment

What is "juvenile crime"?

What are SIX causes of juvenile crime?

cnnstudentnews.com (16 MAR 2016) Answer these questions: 1. How many delegate votes does a Republican nominee need to secure the Republican nomination? 2. What is a + / - of allowing oil drilling along the Atlantic coast? 3. What is the big deal about what the NFL official admitted a couple of days ago?
 * 1) of punnies?

(w/ your textbook) __Plea Bargaining__ (define)-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ Punishing Lawbreakers __ -Imprisonment -Parole -Capital Punishment

What is "juvenile crime"?

What are SIX causes of juvenile crime?


 * // STUDY* //**
 * // *Chapter 16 TEST - FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2016 //**

= TUESDAY - 15 MARCH 2016 = READ "The Affluenza Defense..." RESPOND to questions 1,5,7,8
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Chapter 16 Vocabulary List //
 * In Class- **

Law and Order - "Trust" (COMPLETE this video companion while watching):

// *Chapter 16 TEST - FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2016 //
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 14 MARCH 2016 = Use pages 293-299 to answer:
 * WU- **
 * 1) 2 and #3 on page 300

E of L DUE - // Dance Ban and National City video responses (2,4,6,8,9 on both sides) // PAST DUE... // Arrest to Sentencing cartoons //
 * In Class- **

CREATE: (w/ quizlet.com or by hand or typed) //Chapter 16 Vocabulary List// (ALL TERMS) - STUDY these terms

__ Go to: __ icivics.org https://www.icivics.org/games __ PLAY: __ "Court Quest" and "We the Jury"

__ DUE TUESDAY 15 MAR 2016: __ Chapter 16 - Vocabulary List - STUDY THESE TERMS!!!*
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// *Chapter 16 TEST - FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2016 //

= FRIDAY - 11 MAR 2016 = NAME and EXPLAIN: The Four Causes of Crime...(pages 291-292)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Arrest to Sentencing cartoons DUE! // (print off or upload to this Google form.) HERE IS THE GOOGLE FORM: media type="custom" key="28344057"
 * In Class- **

__ WATCH: __ __ San Tan Flat - Dance Ban __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXhv1OggI4

__ WATCH: __ __ National City: Eminent Domain Gone Wild? __ PART 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGePeT2rwjgA PART 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sogv4I2OPjg

__ ANSWER __ 2,4,6,8,9 ON BOTH SIDES of this handout:

__ DUE MONDAY 14 MAR 2016: __ (2 PARTS) __ WATCH: __ // San Tan Flat - Dance Ban // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXhv1OggI4
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * -PART 1-**

// National City: Eminent Domain Gone Wild? // PART 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGePeT2rwjgA PART 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sogv4I2OPjg

__ ANSWER __ 2,4,6,8,9 ON BOTH SIDES of this handout:

Chapter 16 - Section 1 Review page 292 3,4,5
 * -PART 2-**

= WEDNESDAY - 9 MARCH 2016 = PAGES 302-303 "Teen Court" ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU- **

http://www.youthcourt.net/?page_id=24 http://www.youthcourt.net/?page_id=40

E of L DUE - // Civics Game Reflection responses (on Google Forms - see 8 MARCH) //
 * In Class- **

w/ a partner... Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law (starting on page 289) -What are the 5 Types of Crimes? Name and define each one.

Alright, here we go! (pages 294-296) Arrest to Sentencing...steps involved...

cnnstudentnews.com (9 MAR 2016)

Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and __ create a __ toondoo.com __ comic strip __ toondoo.com involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

(print off or upload to this Google form.)

HERE IS THE GOOGLE FORM:

media type="custom" key="28344057"

= 8 MARCH 2016 - TUESDAY = =EQ: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will design a Civics board game incorporating terms and concepts from the 3 branches of government.=

Page 91 "Reviewing Main Ideas" (2,4,7)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - The Great Civics #|Game Design Challenge!
 * In Class- **

It's Game Time!

__ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone): media type="custom" key="28336985" width="84" height="84"

cnnstudentnews.com (8 MAR 2016)

__ REQUIREMENT - COMPLETE THIS __ __ Civics Game REFLECTION __ (You may use your phone.): media type="custom" key="28336985" width="88" height="88"
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 7 MARCH 2016 - MONDAY = =EQ: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will design a Civics board game incorporating terms and concepts from the 3 branches of government.=

Write down a current event from at least THREE of these levels: LOCAL STATE NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL GALACTICAL
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - What is your game going to be? Who are you working with? What are each person's responsibilities?
 * In Class- **

IT'S GO TIME! DESIGN TIME! The Great Civics #|Game Design Challenge! -__DUE MONDAY 7 MARCH 2015__ I will work with my team member (or by myself) with the time given to #|create a game based on the three branches of government and will receive the same grade for my effort.
 * COMMITTMENT STATEMENT:

cnnstudentnews.com

IT'S GO TIME! The Great Civics #|Game Design Challenge! -__DUE END OF CLASS TODAY__
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 2 MARCH 2016 - WEDNESDAY = =EQ: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will design a Civics board game incorporating terms and concepts from the 3 branches of government.=

Textbook pages 152-153 READ "Miranda Rights" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - What is your game going to be? Who are you working with? What are each person's responsibilities?
 * In Class- **

Super Tuesday...What is it?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N7Jrw_-TWY

IT'S GO TIME! DESIGN TIME! The Great Civics Game Design Challenge! -__DUE MONDAY 7 MARCH 2015__ I will work with my team member (or by myself) with the time given to #|create a game based on the three branches of government and will receive the same grade for my effort.
 * COMMITTMENT STATEMENT:

cnnstudentnews.com

IT'S GO TIME! The Great Civics Game Design Challenge! -__DUE End of Class - MONDAY 7 MARCH 2015__
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 29 FEB 2016 - MONDAY = =EQ: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will analyse the + / - of eminent domain.=


 * WU- **
 * 1) s 6-10

E of L DUE - // The Bill of Rights and You (blue handout) //
 * In Class- **

__Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how each Bill of Right protects us (1-10)__ "Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M //or// (on Discovery Education) "Just the Facts: The Constitution and the Bill of Rights..."

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER:

cnnstudentnews.com

Eminent Domain - Good for community or Bad government overreach? VIDEO - "Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TG61nflAI7E ANSWER:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

BRING CARDBOARD TO CLASS!!!

= 24 FEB 2016 - WEDNESDAY = =EQ: How do competing interests influence how power is distributed and exercised?= =Objective: Students will examine the functioning of our Bill of Rights.= = 1st HOUR = Page 132 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3



and 6-10

E of L DUE - // SIDE 1 - Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases // (check in / go over)
 * In Class- **

REVIEW: __ Federal #|Court System __ DEFINE: jurisdiction U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction) U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction) U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





Grade - #|Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt

With partner complete side 2: Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (USE TEXTBOOKS)

"Constitution Hall Pass: The Bill of Rights" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yg_f6vAp7M //or// (on Discovery Education) "Just the Facts: The Constitution and the Bill of Rights..."
 * Video / EXPLAIN or DESCRIBE how __each Bill of Right__ protects us (1-10)**

__ Next up...Apply what you know: __ The Bill of Rights and You!

The Bill of Rights and You!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

cnnstudentnews.com

= 22 FEB 2016 - MONDAY = = 1st HOUR = Page 133 "Vocabulary Workshop" ANSWER 1,3,5

E of L DUE - // Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt //
 * In Class- **

__ Federal #|Court System __ Structure of Federal #|Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (TEXTBOOKS)

Bill of Rights and You!


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases



(TEXTBOOKS)

Bill of Rights and You! -SIDE 1-

= 19 FEB 2016 - FRIDAY = = 1st HOUR =

New WU's... "Three Branches" cartoon questions (on back of #|Executive Branch crossword) (+5)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // #|Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt / Adventure Race! // //**<span style="font-family: 'Agency FB',sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">[] **// //**<span style="font-family: 'Agency FB',sans-serif;">[] **// _Let's do this - go over it!
 * In Class- **

Judicial Branch intro. / Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt

cnnstudentnews.com (19 FEB 2016)

__COMPLETE:__ Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 16 FEB 2016 - TUESDAY = = 1st HOUR =

USE pages 101-102 to ANSWER #2 and #3 on page 109
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // "How a Bill becomes a Law" questions // // and // // Page 83 questions 2,3,4,5 //
 * In Class- **

Textbook (pages 100-108)

Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency w/ video companion:

-TURN IN

cnnstudentnews.com -Scalia

FINISH "The Presidency" Video Responses
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 12 FEB 2016 - FRIDAY = PAGE 49 __ "Thinking Critically" __ ANSWER #3 and #4
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - COLLECT // Legislative Branch Scavenger Hunt (SIDE A and SIDE B) //
 * In Class- **

USE the TEXTBOOK (pages 84-89) and the BLUE HANDOUT: __to ANSWER the following questions__ __on a separate sheet of paper:__ 1. Where does a bill have to #|start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

__ PART 1 __ USE the TEXTBOOK (pages 84-89) and the BLUE HANDOUT: __to ANSWER the following questions__ __on a separate sheet of paper:__ 1. Where does a bill have to #|start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ PART 2 __ PAGE 83 ANSWER 2,3,4,5

= 10 FEB 2016 - WEDNESDAY = USE page 84 to ANSWER the following question: 1. Name and Describe 3 ways an idea for a bill begins...
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Legislative Branch Adventure - SIDE A ONLY // "Show me whatcha got!"
 * In Class- **

Discuss Legislative Branch thus far...

FINISH: __The Day In The Life of Congressman Rodney Davis (U.S. Rep. Illinois)__ http://rodneydavis.house.gov/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVMZ2EkyYic 1. What is life like for a member of Congress? Explain. 2. Describe some unique skills that this type of person needs to be successful as a member of Congress. Explain.

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

// How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers //

// "I'm Just a Bill..." // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFroMQlKiag

Complete SIDE B of:
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icivics.org - Crafting a Law Play...yes, play "Lawcraft" https://www.icivics.org/games/lawcraft

= 9 FEB 2016 - TUESDAY = USE pages pages 76-79 to ANSWER the following questions: 1. What is the title given to the leader of the House of Representatives? The Senate? 2. Who stands in for the Vice President, when he is not there? 3. Name at least 3 committees that a Senator could join. 4. Name at least 3 committees that a Representative could join.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - //THREE Branches of Government Scavenger Hunt// //-Legislative Branch ONLY-//
 * In Class- **

Committees / Committee Membership (pages 77-78)

__The Day In The Life of Congressman Rodney Davis (U.S. Rep. Illinois)__

http://rodneydavis.house.gov/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVMZ2EkyYic

1. What is life like for a member of Congress? Explain.

2. Describe some unique skills that this type of person needs to be successful as a member of Congress. Explain.

Legislative Branch Adventure - SIDE A ONLY


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Legislative Branch Adventure - SIDE A ONLY



= 8 FEB 2016 - MONDAY = READ pages 44-45 to ANSWER: #1 and #2 (page 45)
 * WU- **

// E of L DUE: // RESPONSES "Primary Matters" from January 11, 2016 Upfront Magazine
 * In Class- **

Super Bowl Food Facts: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/slideshow/2016/02/03/super-bowl-food-shockers/#/slide/chickenwings-1294082226

We viewed the last segment of video on the JUDICIAL BRANCH with the accompanying packet.

THREE Branches of Government Scavenger Hunt -Legislative Branch-

THREE Branches of Government Scavenger Hunt -Legislative Branch ONLY-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 5 FEB 2016 - FRIDAY = Vocabulary list study time...
 * WU- **

// E of L DUE - // //READ pages 41-43// //ANSWER 3-2 Review questions 1,2,3 (page 43)//
 * In Class- **

...quick civics art...! Create a tree or chart that list the powers of each branch

READ pages 71-73

We viewed a segment of video on the EXECUTIVE BRANCH with the accompanying packet.

READ "Primary Matters" Link: http://upfront.scholastic.com/issues/01_11_16/primary-matters/ Class code: 850bhsss ANSWER:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Super Bowl Food Facts: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/slideshow/2016/02/03/super-bowl-food-shockers/#/slide/chickenwings-1294082226

= 3 FEB 2016 - WEDNESDAY = Federal System Powers DELEGATED CONCURRENT RESERVED 1. Which has the power to declare war? 2. Which can establish schools? 3. Which can establish post offices? 4. Which can collect taxes? 5. Which charter banks? 6. Which can coin money? 7. Which can issue marriage licenses?
 * WU- **

// E of L DUE - CHECK - Your Federal System of Powers examples // // PAST DUE -Declaration of Education paragraph //
 * In Class- **

"Made in America" excerpts

PPT - The Federal System (define and give examples of each)



Delegated (federal) powers Reserved (state) powers Concurrent (shared) powers

Create a tree or chart that list the powers of each branch

We viewed a segment of video on the legislative branch with the accompanying packet.



(2 PARTS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__PART 1__ READ pages 41-43 ANSWER 3-2 Review questions 1,2,3 (page 43)

__PART 2__ Use quizlet.com to define all 15 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. -MAKE A HARD COPY to study with and bring to the next class- __***FRIDAY 5 FEB 2016 is a Chapter 3 Vocabulary Quiz on these 15 terms__

= 1 FEB 2016 - MONDAY = USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: popular sovereignty, preamble, majority rule
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Declaration of Education paragraph //
 * In Class- **

Review documents (Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution)

The Federal System (define and give examples of each) -Venn Diagram- Delegated (federal) powers

Reserved (state) powers

Concurrent (shared) powers

Use Ch. 3 (page 38) to do the following activity... (6 Total - 2/Box) 1. Pick out TWO examples from EACH column.
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

2. DRAW or FIND a picture for each example.

3. DRAW or CUT & PASTE the picture/image. -give the specific power underneath it.

(See template attachment as a guide)



= 28 JAN 2016 - FRIDAY = Use pages 32-33 to assist you with these questions: 1. What is difference between a federalist and anti-federalist? 2. Name a famous federalist and anit-federalist. 3. How did they settle their differences? 4. What does "ratification" mean?
 * WU- **

Chapter 1/2 Test
 * In Class- **

The D of I...let's take a look

__ READ 525-527 (The Declaration of Independence) to assist you with the following: __ Create your own // "Declaration of Education" // Begin your paragraph with "We the students of Berthoud High School, hold these truths to be self-evident..." It should have 3 rights you believe you and your fellow students should have and uphold. Explain why for each one. AND It should have 3 responsibilities (of these rights) that you and your fellow classmates should have. Explain why or each one.
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 27 JAN 2016 - WEDNESDAY = **WU-** Page 35 "Thinking Critically" ANSWER: 1 and 3

**In Class-** E of L DUE: // Chapter 2 Vocabulary Quiz - last 13 terms //

-FINISH- Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation w/ handout:

__Great Compromise__ VA Plan vs. NJ Plan __Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists__ Bill of Rights added __Constitution as:__ Strong Balanced Flexible

__Study Time:__ //Constitutional Convention game:// http://games.sunnylandsclassroom.org/Preview/Games/?gameid=1 //Review links:// http://www.superteachertools.us/jeopardyx/jeopardy-review-game.php?gamefile=1350315#.VqJYZ_krK72 http://www.msroachesplace.com/CivicsB.swf https://www.quia.com/quiz/1439819.html

Ch.1/2 TEST - FRIDAY 29 JAN 2015
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 26 JAN 2016 - TUESDAY = **WU-** PAGE 35 "Reviewing Main Ideas" ANSWER 4,5

**In Class-** E of L DUE: //__ PART 1 __// // PAGE 20 - Ch. 2 Vocabulary list (from law to Anti-Federalist = 13 terms) // //__ PART 2 __// // PAGE 33 // // ANSWER 2,3,4 //

Vocabulary task check... Pick 6 words FROM YOUR LIST
 * Use FOUR of those words in FOUR separate sentences correctly
 * Draw a TWO pictures of what the other TWO words LOOK like to you

-START- Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation w/ handout:

Vocabulary quiz - on the 13 terms - WEDNESDAY 27 JAN 2015
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Ch.1/2 TEST - FRIDAY 29 JAN 2015

= 25 JAN 2016 - MONDAY = **WU-** PAGE 35 "Reviewing Main Ideas" ANSWER 6,7

**In Class-** E of L DUE: // The 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3) //

5 W's from the Constitutional Convention Rollin' the dice!

__ PART 1 __ PAGE 20 - Ch. 2 Vocabulary list (from law to Anti-Federalist //= 13 terms)//
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ PART 2 __ PAGE 33 ANSWER 2,3,4

= 22 JAN 2016 - FRIDAY = **WU-** What were 2 positive and 3 negative aspects of the Articles of Confederation

**In Class-** E of L DUE: Page 2 - Declaration of Independence side of this:

REVIEW: Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27) __Who, What, When, Where, Why__ A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation

FINISH: VIDEO: #|American Government: Foundations of American Government (w/ ?'s) __Pre-viewing:__ 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. 2. What does the D of I mean to you? __During / Post-viewing:__ 3. What type of government do you think works best? 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

if time permits... cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-

= 20 JAN 2016 - WEDNESDAY = **WU-** p.29 READ "James Madison" ANSWER: 1. Describe his background and early life. 2. Why is he regarded as the "Father of the Constitution"? 3. What are 3 qualities that every Presidential candidate should possess?

**In Class-** E of L DUE: Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :)

FINISH Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?

Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27) __Who, What, When, Where, Why__ A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation

VIDEO: #|American Government: Foundations of American Government (w/ ?'s) __Pre-viewing:__ 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. 2. What does the D of I mean to you? __During / Post-viewing:__ 3. What type of government do you think works best? 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Page 2 - Declaration of Independence side of this:

= 15 JAN 2016 - FRIDAY = **WU-** Page 34 "Applying the Skills" ANSWER 1,2,3,4

**In Class-** E of L DUE: //PAGE 19 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS" __**4,5,6,7**__// //Citizenship requirements from the country you chose to research//

Citizenship in other countries...

Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?



Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :)
 * E of L - **

= 13 JAN 2016 - WEDNESDAY = **WU-** cnnstudentnews.com (13 JAN 2016) 1. How many pieces of space junk are out there floating around the Earth? 2. Where does it come from? 3. Why is it so dangerous? 4. Would you buy a pair for your dog?
 * 1) of punnies?

**In Class-** E of L DUE: //State of the Union questions//

//Finish// Civics Survey / Poll of You

Citizenship - What do you think are the requirements? Text / T-Chart http://www.history.com/citizenship-quiz []

good,bad,ugly... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZtvQtMy064 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlY9C7YWzI

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** PAGE 19 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS" __**4,5,6,7**__

PICK ANY COUNTRY in the world -Research its citizenship requirements. / Compare to the U.S. citizenship requirements (similar/differences) -Any unique parts to the requirements? = 12 JAN 2016 - TUESDAY = **WU-** -READ "Today's Population Growth" (page 14) ANSWER: 1. What is happening to the population most recently? 2. Guesstimating...what do you think is the population of the U.S. today?

-READ "A People on the Move" (pages 14/15) ANSWER: 3. What is the population trend that is occurring? 4. Describe some of the effects of this movement of people.

**In Class-** E of L DUE: // Got syllabus signed? // Chapter 1 Vocabulary List (quizlet.com)

Civics Survey / Poll of You

Citizenship - What do you think are the requirements?

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** READ/WATCH "State of the Union Address" ANSWER: 1. What are at least 3 major topics the President talked about? 2. Name one of his guests in attendance. 3. Who is the designated survivor? 4. Who gave the Republican response to the President's SOTU Address?

= 11 JAN 2016 - MONDAY = **WU-** 1. What are the 3 branches of government? 2. After the vice-presiident, who is next in line for the presidency? 3. How many Supreme Court justices (judges) are there?

**In Class-** __// Got syllabus signed? //__ Chapter 1: Section 1 Review (page 6 - #s 2,3,4

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

#|START E of L...

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-**

__ Chapter 1 Vocabulary list __

-ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 (pages 2-17)

should be put onto a vocabulary list you make with

quizlet.com

Put your name on it / Print it off

= 8 JAN 2016 - FRIDAY = **WU-** READ "Feeding the Hungry" pages 12-13 ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** Got syllabus signed?

__REVIEW__ (Ch.1/2) *Civics *Citizen- *Government- Absolute Monarchy (vs. Constitutional Monarchy)- Democracy- (Direct and Representive/Republic) Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

Ch.1/2 Mini Vocab. Quiz

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 1 - Section 1 Review (page 6) ANSWER: 2,3,4

= 6 JAN 2015 - WEDNESDAY = **WU-** On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?

**In Class-** Got syllabus signed?

Civics survey

What government does/does not do- Listed and defined the different kinds of governments-

(Ch.1/2) DEFINE: Civics- Citizen- Government- *Absolute Monarchy- *Democracy- *Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** (Ch.1/2) DEFINE: Civics Citizen- Government- *Absolute Monarchy- *Democracy- *Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

= 5 JAN 2016 - TUESDAY = On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?
 * WU-**

Go over course outline/syllabus/wikispace ranweiler.wikispaces.com
 * In Class-**

Notecards

Namecards

Seasonal Partners

-book sign out

Expectations of you Expectations of me

What government does/does not do-

A - GET YOUR SYLLABUS SIGNED...it's worth 10 points!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-**

B - 3 or more examples for each question. What should the government do for you? What should you do for the government?

AGE 19 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS" __**4,5,6,7**__

Citizenship in other countries...

Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :)

READ "Declaration of Independence" pages 24-25 FIND the following information about the Declaration of Independence: Who- What- When- Where- Why-
 * E of L (HW)- **

= =

= = = = = 8 JAN 2015 - FRIDAY = **WU-** READ pages 12-13 "Feeding the Hungry" ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** Chapter 1 Vocabulary list -ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 (pages 2-17) should be put onto a vocabulary list you make with quizlet.com Put your name Print it off

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 1 - Section 1 Review (page 6) ANSWER: 2,3,4

= WEDNESDAY - 20 MAY 2015 =
 * 5th HOUR **

= = = =

= = = = =E of L duessssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee= = = E of L DUE - = = = =
 * In Class- **

= = CIVICS FINAL STUDY GUIDE = = = =

= = = = = = = = "Agricultural Subsidies" = = = = ANSWER: = = = = 1. What is "corporate welfare"? = = 2. Why is it so hard to change or eliminate subsidies once they have been established?
 * E of L- **

"From Poop to Profit$" 1. What do the farmer and the bookstore owner have in common? 2. Why did Brad Morgan keep refining his products and processes? 3. Think of an innovative product that you would like to bring to market...What is it? Describe it. = =

= = = = = TUESDAY - 19 MAY 2015 = = = = =
 * 5th HOUR **

=** WU- **= = = cnnstudentnews.com (19 MAY 2015) 1. Provide 2 details about President Obama's new executive order. 2. What's the new fish fact? 3. How does the New York charity organizer help reduce both food waste and hunger?

= = = = = = E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Grade Chapter 9 Vocabulary Tests

CIVICS FINAL #|STUDY GUIDE = =

= = = = = = "Kidneys for Sale" = = ANSWER: = = 1. Why is there such a long waiting list for donated kidneys? = = 2. What can be done to increase the supply of organs for sick people? = =
 * E of L- **

= = "Agricultural Subsidies" = = ANSWER: = = 1. What is "corporate welfare"? = = 2. Why is it so hard to change or eliminate subsidies once they have been established? = =

= = = = = MONDAY - 18 MAY 2015 = = = = = = = = = = = Page 179 "Reviewing Main Ideas" #7
 * 5th HOUR **
 * WU- **

= = = = E of L DUE - = =
 * In Class- **

1,2,7
__ AND __

Chapter 9
= =

= = FINISH 9-4 = = How Governments Work Together = =

= = Return Work = =

= = cnnstudentnews.com = = = = 1. = = = =  2. = = = =  3. = =

= = = =
 * E of L- **

The Drew Carey Project: Volume 2
"Food Fight" ANSWER: 1. Are consumers always protected by public health and safety laws? Explain. 2. What makes someone a criminal? Explain.

"Kidneys for Sale" ANSWER: 1. Why is there such a long waiting list for donated kidneys? 2. What can be done to increase the supply of organs for sick people?

"Agricultural Subsidies" ANSWER: 1. What is "corporate welfare"? 2. Why is it so hard to change or eliminate subsidies once they have been established? = =

= = = = = FRIDAY - 15 MAY 2015 = = = = = = = Page 172 - 173 READ "Saving the Covered Bridges" ANSWER: 1,2,3 = =
 * 5th HOUR **
 * WU- **

= = = = E of L DUE - = =
 * In Class- **

= = 9-4  How Governments Work Together

Return Work

= = cnnstudentnews.com = = 1. = =  2. = =  3. = =

= =
 * E of L- **

__ AND __

Chapter 9
= = = WEDNESDAY - 13 MAY 2015 = = = = = = = = = = = Page 178 READ "How to Read Newspaper Articles" ANSWER "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3,4 = =
 * 5th HOUR **
 * WU- **

= = = = = = E of L DUE - = = Chapter 9 "Reteaching Worksheet" = = Review Town Meeting Framework
 * In Class- **

Textbook pages 166-168 = =

= = WATCH

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbZlrXW2BJg

"Forms of Local Government" Council-Manager vs. Strong-Mayor (I will collect the notes) = = = = icivics.org "Counties Work" (Reflection...how did it go? What were positives/negatives of this experience? What are some things you would do differently?)

cnnstudentnews.com 1. 2.  3.

= = = = = =
 * E of L- **

= TUESDAY - 12 MAY 2015 = = = = = = = USE Chapter 9 to  ANSWER the following: 1. Define "town meeting"- 2. Answer #7 on page 166 = =
 * 5th HOUR **
 * WU- **

= = = = = = E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

COLLECT the HW from yesterday

2,3,5 (Page 162)

= =

Chapter 9 "Reteaching Worksheet" Sections 1,2,3

WATCH (if time permits)

cnnstudentnews.com

= =

= = = = Chapter 9 "Reteaching Worksheet" Sections 1,2,3 = =
 * E of L- **

= MONDAY - 11 MAY 2015 = = = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = = = =
 * WU- **

Page 236 "Applying the Skill"
1,2,3,4 = =

= = = = = = E of L DUE - Your Pie Chart Budget with 10 Budget Priorities
 * In Class- **

CHAPTER 12 VOCABULARY TEST = =

= = Problem with the Electoral College = = = = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k = =

= = reminder...overdue... = = The Wonderful World of Taxes = =

= = 233-235 = =

= = icivics.org = = = = "Counties Work"

The Debt Limit Explained

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIbkoop4AYE

= =

= = cnnstudentnews.com = =

= = = = READ Chapter 9-1 (Pages 159-162) ANSWER 2,3,5 (Page 162) = = = = = FRIDAY - 8 MAY 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = =
 * E of L- **
 * WU- **

5. What do you think about this?
= = E of L DUE - = = Chapter 12 Vocabulary List The Wonderful World of Taxes
 * In Class- **

= = Problem with the Electoral College = = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k = = = =

= = Tax Man Max = = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q3NPgHZzDo = =

= = The Wonderful World of Taxes = =

= = icivics.org = = "Counties Work" = =

= = cnnstudentnews.com = =

= = = = What are your priorities? What would your budget proposal look like? -Create a pie chart that shows how you would divide up your 10 budget priorities -Tell me (in a few sentences) you reasoning for your priorities.
 * E of L- **

Here is an example:

= WEDNESDAY - 6 MAY 2015 = = 5th HOUR =
 * WU- **

"Speeding in Finland Can Cost You a Fortune, If You Already Have One."
ANSWER:

= = E of L DUE - = = Problem with the Electoral College https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k = = Introduce Unit 12 / notes = = Tax Man Max https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q3NPgHZzDo
 * In Class- **

The Wonderful World of Taxes

Chapter 12 Vocabulary List

icivics.org "Counties Work"

cnnstudentnews.com = = The Wonderful World of Taxes Chapter 12 Vocabulary List
 * E of L- **

= = = TUESDAY - 5 MAY 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = = Upfront Magazine (April 30, 2015 Issue) READ "Is That Really a Law?" (pages 12-13) ANSWER: 1. Are these laws still legal today? Explain. 2. Why are many of these laws so odd-sounding? 3. In your opinion, why do you think some of these laws were created in the first place? 4. Which of these (or others you have heard of) are the strangest ones to you? Why? = =
 * WU- **

= = = = E of L DUE - = = Parts A (Unit 11 Test) and B (Unit 12 questions) = =
 * In Class- **

= = Grade Chapter 11 TEST = =

= = Problem with the Electoral College = = = = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k = =

Introduce Unit 12 / notes

= = = =
 * E of L- **

= = = MONDAY - 4 MAY 2015 = = 5th HOUR = PAGE 220 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER: 1,2,3
 * WU- **

bad examples http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=952783415975 good examples https://www.surveymonkey.com/mp/survey-templates/?ut_source=header = = = =
 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
11-3 Review (1,2,4) = = Chapter 11 TEST == -On your own...just you, your brain and the book

Problem with the Electoral College

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wC42HgLA4k

= = = = (2 PARTS) A - Chapter 11 TEST
 * E of L- **

==

-On your own...just you, your brain and the book

B - Use Chapter 12 (pages 223-225) to ANSWER the following: 1. Why is the cost of government so high? (Give 3 or more reasons.) 2. How does the government establish priorities? 3. What is the purpose of taxes = = = = = FRIDAY - 1 MAY 2015 = = 5th HOUR = WATCH cnnstudentnews.com (1 MAY 2015) ANSWER: 1. What has been at the center of the recent violence in Baltimore, MD? 2. Describe some new research about Yellowstone National Park. -When was the last eruption there? 3. What is the goal of ISIS? -How does it govern territory it controls? 4. Who entered the race for the presidency yesterday? 5. # of puns?
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
Review Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQT_eNip1AY

Book pages 217-219

11-3 Review 1,2,4 = WEDNESDAY - 29 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = READ "What If Everyone In American Had To Vote?" ANSWER: 2,4,8 = =
 * E of L- **
 * WU- **
 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
Ch. 11 Notes - Types of Propaganda = = Chapter 10 Test -Grade 'em = = Review Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda

Book Can you ID the kinds of propaganda? Politics and the Media - video

Can you ID the kinds of propaganda?
 * E of L- **

= TUESDAY - 28 APR 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = = = = READ pages 214-215 to = = ANSWER: = = 1 and 2 = =
 * WU- **

= = = = = = = =
 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
= =

= = Chapter 10 Test = = -Grade 'em = =

REVIEW = = Pages 200-203 = = -Presidential / VP Candidates = = -Election Campaign and Campaign Day = = -Electoral College = = ...Here's how the EC works!

Chapter 11 -Public Opinion - define / examples -Types of Propaganda = =

= = = = Notes -Types of Propaganda = =
 * E of L- **

= = = = = MONDAY - 27 APR 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = = = = = = USE pages 196-198 to  ANSWER:
 * WU- **
 * 1) 5 and #6 (page 198)

= = = =
 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
Chapter 10 Test (you can use your book)



-Grade 'em

Pages 200-203 -Presidential / VP Candidates -Election Campaign and Campaign Day -Electoral College ...Here's how the EC works!

= = = = Page 203 4,5,6
 * E of L- **

= = = FRIDAY - 24 APR 2015 =

= 5th HOUR =


 * WU- **

NO WU

 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -

 * E of L- **

Chapter 10 Test (you can use your book)

= = = THURSDAY - 23 APR 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = =
 * WU- **

NO WU
= =

= = = =
 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -
= =

Chapter 11 Handout (both sides)
 * E of L- **

= = = TUESDAY - 21 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =
 * WU- **

Page 205 "Thinking Critically" #3

 * In Class- **

Create Your Own Political Party "Platform" DUE
Primary Elections Explained... = =

FINISH... Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion: = = GO TO: https://www.icivics.org/games = = PLAY: = = -Win the Whitehouse = = OR = = -Cast your Vote = =

= =

= = cnnstudentnews.com (17 APRIL 2015) = =

= = Ch. 10 Electing Leaders handout (pages 19-20) = =

= =

= = Ch. 10 Electing Leaders handout (pages 19-20) = = = = = FRIDAY - 17 APR 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = =
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L) **
 * WU- **

Vocabulary Study Time - 5 Minutes!
= =

= = = = E of L DUE - = = = = Create Your Own Political Party "Platform" DUE
 * In Class- **

Chapter 10 Vocabulary Test

= = FINISH... = = Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process = = Video link: = = Video Companion: = = = =

= = Pages 190-194 = = GO TO: https://www.icivics.org/games PLAY: -Win the Whitehouse OR -Cast your Vote

= = cnnstudentnews.com (17 APRIL 2015) = =

= = = =
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= = = = = WEDNESDAY - 15 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =
 * WU- **

PAGE 204
"Applying the Skill" ANSWER: 1,2,3,4 = = E of L DUE - = = Pages 188-189 = = -Beginnings of the Two-Party System- = = = = +/- of the Two-Party System = = Third Parties = = One Party = = FINISH...  Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion: = = Pages 190-194 = = Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public
 * In Class- **

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do?

= = cnnstudentnews.com (17 APRIL 2015)

Chapter 10 (page 184) Vocabulary List *TEST ON FRIDAY

Create Your Own Political Party Activity (See above for instructions)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 10 (page 184) Vocabulary List *TEST ON FRIDAY

= TUESDAY - 14 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = 1. What is a political party? 2. Describe the role of political parties.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **



Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

Quiz 2 - LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology

Quiz 3 - LINK: http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

-Beginnings of the Two-Party System-

+/- of the Two-Party System

Third Parties

One Party

FINISH? = = Video- = = Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion: = = Pages 191-201 = = cnnstudentnews.com (14 APRIL 2015) = = = = = MONDAY - 13 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

LISTEN to this audio clip: http://www.wnyc.org/story/supreme-court-considers-where-lines-drawn-in-cell-phone-searches/ 1. What are the TWO sides to the argument? 2. What do you think? Why?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

FINISH? Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

Pages 191-201

__PART 3 "Where Do I Fit?"__ Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR from handout:

Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php Quiz 2 - LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology Quiz 3 - LINK: http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

cnnstudentnews.com (13 APRIL 2015)


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php Quiz 2 - LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology Quiz 3 - LINK: http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

= FRIDAY - 3 APR 2015 = = = = 5th HOUR = = = = = READ "Global Connections: Voting in Australia" (pages 197) = = ANSWER: 1. How is Australia's voting law different than the U.S.? 2. Are there benefits to doing it this way? 3. Should voting be a choice or mandatory? Why? = =
 * WU- **

= = = = E of L DUE - = = Political Party handout due = =
 * In Class- **

= = Pages 187-189 = =

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion: = =

= = = = cnnstudentnews.com (3 APRIL 2015) = =

= = = = = = Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion: = = = = = WEDNESDAY - 1 APR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = READ "On The Campaign Trail" (pages 192-193) ANSWER 1,2 = = E of L DUE - another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc = = FINISH You be the jury! ...Evidence of: -PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each -Arrest to Sentencing -Bill of Rights
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * WU- **
 * In Class- **

President Washington's Farewell Address http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address -his advice -how are we doing?

Purpose and Role of Political Parties Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

Political Party Scavenger Hunt (DO PAGES 1 and 2)

cnnstudentnews.com (1 APRIL 2015)

Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process Video link: Video Companion:

Political Party Scavenger Hunt (DO PAGES 1 and 2) = = = TUESDAY - 31 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = Watch and NOTE: The PURPOSE and DIFFERENCES between Adult and Juvenile court. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRXKIZTKJ-w = = E of L DUE - another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * WU- **
 * In Class- **

You be the jury! ...Evidence of: -PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each -Arrest to Sentencing -Bill of Rights
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 30 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = 1. ANSWER Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5 2. What are some causes to juvenile crime? 3. How would you solve juvenile crime? Are there some ideas you have or programs that would help?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 16 Assessment - DUE = = = = You be the jury! ...Evidence of: -Arrest to Sentencing -Bill of Rights = = = = = FRIDAY - 27 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = Page 308 "Thinking Critically" #2 = = E of L DUE - Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court - Responses -Why is it divided? -What do you think? = = Chapter 16 Assessment (you can use your book)
 * In Class- **
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **
 * WU- **
 * In Class- **

if time permits...You be the jury!

Chapter 16 Assessment (you can use your book)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **



= WEDNESDAY - 25 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR = READ "The Affluenza Defense..." RESPOND to questions 1,5,7,8
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

GRADE Chapter 16 Vocabulary TEST

Continue-

Law and Order - "Trust"

Constitution exercise/discussion



READ Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court ANSWER 2,3,4,6
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **


 * TUESDAY - 24 MAR 2015 **

= 5th HOUR =


 * WU- **

USE pages 293-299 to ANSWER the following: 1. What are the duties of police officers? 2. How do people become a police officer? 3. What are the FOUR views on the purpose of imprisonment?


 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -

Chapter 16 Vocabulary TEST

Continue- Law and Order - "Trust" Constitution exercise/discussion


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 23 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

READ Clarence Gideon (pages 296-297) to answer: 1. Why was Clarence Gideon arrested? 2. How is this a landmark case? Provide evidence. 3. Which of Gideon's constitutional rights were violated?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 16 Vocabulary* List DUE *Chapter 16 Vocabulary TEST - TUESDAY 24 MAR 2015
 * In Class- **

Law and Order - "Trust" Constitution exercise/discussion

cnnstudentnews.com (23 MAR 2015)

// *Chapter 16 VOCABULARY Test - TUESDAY 24 MAR //
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 18 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

Use pages 293-299 to answer:
 * WU- **
 * 1) 2 and #3 on page 300

E of L DUE - PAST DUE... Arrest to Sentencing cartoons
 * In Class- **

Chapter 16 Vocabulary list

icivics.org

https://www.icivics.org/games PLAY: Court Quest We the Jury

cnnstudentnews.com (18 MAR 2015)

__ DUE MONDAY 23 MAR 2015: __ Chapter 16 - Vocabulary List // *Chapter 16 Test - TUESDAY 24 MAR //
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUESDAY - 17 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

NAME and EXPLAIN: The Four Causes of Crime...(pages 291-292)
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Arrest to Sentencing cartoons DUE! ...share out?
 * In Class- **

*What would justify a ban on outdoor dancing? *If a business creates a problem - such as noise or traffic - what can ordinary citizens do to get that business to change the way it operates? Give real-world examples

__ San Tan Flat - Dance Ban __ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXhv1OggI4 http://www.izzit.org/products/izzit2_products_documents/teachers_guides/drew_carey_vol1_teachers_guide.pdf 18,19,20

__ National City: Eminent Domain Gone Wild? __ 1. Why would a city government want to tear down a gymnasium for at-risk youth? 2. How would you mediate or solve this problem?

cnnstudentnews.com (17 MAR 2015) 1. 2.

__ DUE WEDNESDAY 18 MAR 2015 __ Chapter 16 - Section 1 Review page 292 3,4,5
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= MONDAY - 16 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

No WU
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Arrest to Sentencing...step involved...

cnnstudentnews.com (16 MAR 2015)

__ DUE TUESDAY 17 MAR 2015 __ Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and create a toondoo.com comic strip involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= WEDNESDAY - 11 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

PAGES 302-303 "Teen Court" ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - -What do YOU think of eminent domain? Explain.
 * In Class- **

Arrest to Sentencing...step involved...

cnnstudentnews.com (11 MAR 2015)

Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and create a toondoo.com comic strip involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUESDAY - 10 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

Textbook pages 152-153 READ "Miranda Rights" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

A closer look at some of the Bill of Rights... Video: //Unintended Consequences: Eminent Domain// DURING: 1. What is eminent domain? 2. Describe its purpose? AFTER: 3. What do YOU think of eminent domain? Explain.

http://www.route66news.com/2011/04/10/auto-dealership-can-expand-with-it-affecting-rods-grill/ https://www.ij.org/riviera-beach-florida-eminent-domain-latest-release

cnnstudentnews.com (10 MAR 2015)

Chapter 16 - Citizenship and the Law (starting on page 289) -What are the 5 Types of Crimes? Name and define each one.
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= FRIDAY - 4 MAR 2015 = = 5th HOUR =

Affordable Care Act / Obamacare - Supreme Court Case... http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/04/politics/obamacare-supreme-court-oral-arguments/index.html -This took place on Tuesday... 1. What is the issue in this case?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

The Great Civics Game Design Challenge! -DUE MONDAY 9 MARCH 2015

The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/04/politics/obamacare-supreme-court-oral-arguments/index.html

-DUE MONDAY 9 MARCH 2015

= 4 MAR 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

cnnstudentnews.com (4 MAR 2015) 1. What life experiences has influenced Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's stance on terrorism? 2. Why is the U.S. negotiating with Iran? 3. Describe what happened to Jacy Good. Did any good come from this tragedy? Explain. 4. How many puns were there?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Affordable Care Act / Obamacare - Supreme Court Case...

http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/04/politics/obamacare-supreme-court-oral-arguments/index.html

Bill of Rights and You! -SIDE 2-

The Great Civics Game Design Challenge!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/04/politics/obamacare-supreme-court-oral-arguments/index.html -We chose a partner, type of game and subject area -DUE MONDAY 9 MARCH 2015

= 3 MAR 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

Page 133 "Vocabulary Workshop" ANSWER 1,3,5
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

FINISH Supreme Court / Judicial Branch video w/ responses

__ Federal Court System __

Structure of Federal #|Court System (pages 119-122)

DEFINE: jurisdiction

U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction)

U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction)

U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





Bill of Rights and You!

Bill of Rights and You! -SIDE 1-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 2 MAR 2015 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =

Page 131 "7-3 Section Review" (Use pages 126-128 to assist you.) ANSWER 4 and 5
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases
 * In Class- **

Judicial Branch flip book

Chapter 7 Vocabulary list

Supreme Court / Judicial Branch video w/ responses


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Judicial Branch flip book

Chapter 7 Vocabulary list

= 27 FEB 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

Page 130 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - (if not turned in last class) Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * In Class- **

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (TEXTBOOKS)

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (TEXTBOOKS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 26 FEB 2015 - THURSDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ page 130 "American Biography: Thurgood Marshall" ANSWER 1. Give 2 facts about his background and experience. 2. What do you think helped him to be chosen for a Supreme Court justice position? Explain.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

(if not turned in last class) Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 2

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt (IMC laptops)

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 24 FEB 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ pages 115-116 ANSWER 1. What are the different kinds of laws? -Define each one
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

(if not turned in last class) Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 1

Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 2 (IMC laptops)

Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 2
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 23 FEB 2015 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ "Applying the Skill" (page 112) ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 1 (IMC laptops)

Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 1
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 20 FEB 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ "Women in the Military" (page 103) ANSWER: 1. Approximately, how many women have served in the military? 2. Describe the difference in military service - Israel vs. U.S. 3. How has military service for U.S. women changed over time?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - (if not turned in Wed.) Executive Branch crossword
 * In Class- **

Gun Control Textbook (pages 104-105)

Chapter 6 Vocabulary

cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 6 Vocabulary
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 18 FEB 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

USE pages 96-99 to ANSWER #3 and #4 on page 100
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Page 90 (1,2,3)
 * In Class- **

// Can you answer the following? // Executive Branch flip book questions...

Textbook (pages 100-108)

Video - Our Federal Government: The Presidency w/ video companion:

Use Chapter 6 to assist you with the following:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 17 FEB 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

USE pages 87-89 to ANSWER questions 4 and 5 on page 89
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

// Can you answer the following? // 1. Where does a bill have to start? 2. After a bill is introduced, what happens to it? 3. What does a bill have to do in order for it to reach the President's desk? 4. Approximately, how many times can a bill "die" along its legislative journey? 5. How can Congress respond to a presidential veto?

Executive Branch flip book (Use pages 93-99 to assist you with the following flip book categories.) #|Qualifications / term of office / salary & benefits / presidential succession / 25th Amendment / Roles of the President

Page 90 "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 13 FEB 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

USE page 84 to ANSWER the following question: 1. Name and Describe 3 ways an idea for a bill begins...
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Page 83 (Questions 3,4) "Show me whatcha got!"
 * In Class- **

How a bill works it's way through Congress (pages 84-89)

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

I'm Just a Bill... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFroMQlKiag

icivics.org - Crafting a Law Play...yes, play "Lawcraft" https://www.icivics.org/games/lawcraft

icivics.org - Crafting a Law Play...yes, play "Lawcraft" https://www.icivics.org/games/lawcraft
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 11 FEB 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

USE pages pages 76-79 to ANSWER the following questions: 1. What is the title given to the leader of the House of Representatives? The Senate? 2. Who stands in for the Vice President, when he is not there? 3. Name at least 3 committees that a Senator could join. 4. Name at least 3 committees that a Representative could join.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

Committees / Committee Membership (pages 77-78)

Legislative Branch Scavenger Hunt

5-3 Questions (page 83) ANSWER 3,4,5

How a Bill Becomes a Law / Three Branches - Separation of Powers

__The Day In The Life of Congressman Rodney Davis (U.S. Rep. Illinois)__ http://rodneydavis.house.gov/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVMZ2EkyYic __Sensory Chart__ What do you: See? Feel? Taste? Hear? Smell?

5-3 Questions (page 83) ANSWER 3,4,5
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 10 FEB 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ "Hot Dog Hysteria" on your warmup: ANSWER 2,4,9
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - ONLY Legislative Branch part
 * In Class- **
 * //<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">[] //**



Legislative Branch Flip Book questions...

5-2 read / notes

The (Almost) Painless Guide to the Legislative Branch -video / responses


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 6 FEB 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

5 minutes or so of study time for vocabulary test
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 3 Vocabulary Test (16 Terms)
 * In Class- **

READ and USE Ch.4 pages 71-75 ANSWER 2,3,4,5 on PAGE 75

-when book work is completed, continue with Political Cartoon handout

Complete the Political Cartoon handout
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 4 FEB 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ pages 44-45 ANSWER 1,2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 3 Quizlet.com Vocabulary list
 * In Class- **

Read Ch.4 pages 71-73

Video: The Legislative Branch 3 Branches packet:

GO TO the icivics.org website: https://www.icivics.org/games PLAY the game "Branches of Power"

READ the following article "Obama's In-box" (READ THOROUGHLY - we are going to have a discussion around it on Friday) http://upfront.scholastic.com/issues/01_07_13/book#/12 ANSWER the questions on this handout:
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__***FRIDAY 6 FEB is a Chapter 15 Vocabulary Quiz on these terms__

= 3 FEB 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

NAME each branch of government what each one does
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - 3-2 Review questions 1,2,3
 * In Class- **

Create a tree or chart that list the powers of each branch

We viewed a segment of video on the legislative branch with the accompanying packet.



Use quizlet.com to define all 15 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. __***FRIDAY 6 FEB is a Chapter 15 Vocabulary Quiz on these terms__ = 2 FEB 2015 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Federal System Powers DELEGATED CONCURRENT RESERVED 1. Which has the power to declare war? 2. Which can establish schools? 3. Which can establish post offices? 4. Which can collect taxes? 5. Which charter banks? 6. Which can coin money? 7. Which can issue marriage licenses?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Your Federal System of Powers examples PAST DUE -Declaration of Education paragraph UPLOADED TO GOOGLE CLASSROOM
 * In Class- **

PPT - The Federal System (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers Reserved (state) powers Concurrent (shared) powers

READ pages 41-43 ANSWER 3-2 Review questions 1,2,3 (page 43)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 30 JAN 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: popular sovereignty, preamble, majority rule
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Declaration of Education paragraph UPLOADED TO GOOGLE CLASSROOM
 * In Class- **

Review documents (Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution)

The Federal System (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers

Reserved (state) powers

Concurrent (shared) powers


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Use Ch. 3 (page 38) to do the following activity...

1. Pick out TWO examples from EACH column. (6 total)

2. DRAW or FIND a picture (online) for each example (6 total)

3. DRAW or CUT and PASTE the picture/image -give the specific power underneath it.

(See template attachment as a guide)



= 28 JAN 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

Use pages 32-33 to assist you with these questions: 1. What is difference between a federalist and anti-federalist? 2. Name a famous federalist and anit-federalist. 3. How did they settle their differences? 4. What does "ratification" mean?
 * WU- **

Chapter 1/2 Test
 * In Class- **

"Made in America" excerpts

The D of I...let's take a look

__ READ 525-527 (The Declaration of Independence) to assist you with the following: __ Create your own "Declaration of Education" Begin your paragraph with "We the students of Berthoud High School, hold these truths to be self-evident..." It should have 3 rights you believe you and your fellow students should have and uphold. Defend or explain why for each. AND It should have 3 responsibilities (of these rights) that you and your fellow classmates should have and explain why.
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ SAVE IT TO GOOGLE CLASSROOM: __ https://www.google.com/edu/products/productivity-tools/classroom/ classroom code: v1qy1ka = 27 JAN 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

PAGE 35 "Reviewing Main Ideas" ANSWER 4,5,6
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - 13 Terms Vocabulary list from Chapter 2
 * In Class- **

Video: Our Constitution: The Document That Gave Birth To A Nation w/ handout:

Review/Study questions for Chapter 1/2 Test...

__STUDY FOR Chapter 1/2 Test!__
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 26 JAN 2015 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =

PAGE 34 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - 5 W's from the Constitutional Convention
 * In Class- **

Rollin' the dice!

Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-

__ PART 1 __ PAGE 20 - Ch. 2 Vocabulary list (from law to Anti-Federalist //= 13 terms)//
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ PART 2 __ PAGE 33 ANSWER 2,3,4 = 23 JAN 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

What were 2 positive and 3 negative aspects of the Articles of Confederation
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - Chapter 1 Skills Worksheet (Declaration of Independence)
 * In Class- **

Articles of Confederation + / -

Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-

Take a look at the real deal D of I

Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 21 JAN 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** p.29 READ "James Madison" ANSWER: 1. Describe his background and early life. 2. Why is he regarded as the "Father of the Constitution"? 3. What are 3 qualities that every Presidential candidate should possess?

**In Class-** E of L DUE - 5 W's of D of I and Constitutional Convention

Finish / Wrap up... Immigration video: American Heritage: Immigration to the United States w/ response sheet

Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?

video: #|American Government: Foundations of American Government (w/ ?'s) __Pre-viewing:__ 1. Have words ever swayed your actions? ...explain. 2. What does the D of I mean to you? __During / Post-viewing:__ 3. What type of government do you think works best? 4. Why was the system of check and balances established? 5. In your opinion, what is the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights? Why?

State of the Union Address - Tuesday 20 JAN 2014 http://io9.com/obamas-2015-state-of-the-union-address-peaked-at-a-grad-1680858536 cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Page 2 - Declaration of Independence side of this:

= 15 JAN 2016 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** 1-READ "Smaller Families" and "Changing Roles" (pages 16) AND 2-WRITE 2 facts __from each reading__.

**In Class-** E of L DUE - Citizenship requirements of other countries...how do they compare -Similar/different than U.S.? -Any unique parts to the requirements?

Vocabulary task check... Pick 4 words from 1-3
 * Use TWO of those words in TWO separate sentences correctly
 * Draw a TWO pictures of what the other TWO words LOOK like to you

Immigration video: American Heritage: Immigration to the United States w/ response sheet

Analyzing information...Is this person eligible to become a citizen of the U.S.?

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 2 - Section 2 (pages 24-27) __Who, What, When, Where, Why__ A. Find the 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence B. Find the 5 W's of the Articles of Confederation

= 14 JAN 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** -READ "Today's Population Growth" (page 14) ANSWER: 1. What is happening to the population most recently? 2. Guessitimating...what do you think is the population of the U.S. today?

-READ "A People on the Move" (pages 14/15) ANSWER: 3. What is the population trend that is occurring? 4. Describe some of the effects of this movement of people.

**In Class-** E of L DUE - U.S. Citizenship requirements

Citizenship You vs. Book

#|Citizenship test Take this #|citizenship test and print out the results: http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2011/0104/Could-you-pass-a-US-citizenship-test/Who-signs-bills

Immigration video: American Heritage: Immigration to the United States

PICK ANY COUNTRY in the world and find out what the citizenship requirements are. -Similar/different than U.S.? -Any unique parts to the requirements?

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Pick 4 words from 1-3
 * Use TWO of those words in TWO separate sentences correctly
 * Draw a TWO pictures of what the other TWO words LOOK like to you

= 13 JAN 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** Matching...see attachment:

**In Class-** *Chapter 1 Vocabulary list...show me the money! (ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 - pages 2-17)
 * Ch.1-1 Page 6 (2,3,4)

Citizenship - What do you think are the requirements? You vs. Book

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Use pages 8-10 to WRITE down what the U.S. citizenship requirements are.

= 12 JAN 2015 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** READ pages 12-13 "Feeding the Hungry" ANSWER 1,2

**In Class-** Chapter 1 Vocabulary list -ALL BOLD terms in Chapter 1 (pages 2-17) should be put onto a vocabulary list you make with quizlet.com Put your name Print it off

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 1 - Section 1 Review (page 6) ANSWER: 2,3,4

= 9 JAN 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** Use your book to define these terms and add them to your notebook: civics- citizen- government-

**In Class-** Got syllabus signed?

__Rollin' the dice!__ (Ch.1/2) *Civics *Citizen- *Government- Absolute Monarchy- Democracy- (Direct and Representive/Republic) Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** Chapter 1 - Section 1 Review (page 6) ANSWER: 2,3,4

= 7 JAN 2015 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

**WU-** On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?

**In Class-** Got syllabus signed?

Civics survey

What government does/does not do- Listed and defined the different kinds of governments-

(Ch.1/2) DEFINE: Civics Citizen- Government- *Absolute Monarchy- *Democracy- *Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

cnnstudentnews.com

**Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-** (Ch.1/2) DEFINE: Civics Citizen- Government- *Absolute Monarchy- *Democracy- *Dictatorship- Theocracy- Oligarchy-

= 6 JAN 2015 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR =

On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples? 3. What should the government expect from us?
 * WU-**

Go over course outline/syllabus -book sign out
 * In Class-**

Expectations of you Expectations of me

What government does/does not do-

GET YOUR SYLLABUS SIGNED!
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)****-**

3 or more examples for each question. What should the government do for you? What should you do for the government?

= =

= =

http://time.com/82375/every-execution-in-u-s-history-in-a-single-chart/?hpt=hp_t3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTcRRaXV-fg

Civics - Video/Lesson/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7qsxRp5bTA Super Size Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPftPtOkPLA

ted civics http://ed.ted.com/lessons?category=civics

**27 MAY 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR - FINAL EXAM = = 7th HOUR - Final Exam STUDY GUIDE DUE at end of class period (20 points) =

**22 MAY 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= POLITICAL CARTOON THURSDAY!







ON A HALF SHEET OF PAPER: 1.-4. Look above...What are the 4 political cartoons trying to say? (What is the message from the cartoonist?) #|Watch cnnstudentnews.com (22 MAY 2014) and answer the following: 5. What is going on at 26 VA hospitals 6. Where are 80 U.S. troops going? What are they going to do? 7. What is ONE danger of the Fukushima nuclear power plant? 8. What was the last horse to win the triple crown?
 * In Class- **

CIVICS FINAL #|STUDY GUIDE

__PART 1__ ON A HALF SHEET OF PAPER: 1.-4. Look above...What are the 4 political cartoons trying to say? (What is the message from the cartoonist?) #|Watch www.cnnstudentnews.com (22 MAY 2014) and answer the following: 5. What is going on at 26 VA hospitals 6. Where are 80 U.S. troops going? What are they going to do? 7. What is ONE danger of the Fukushima nuclear power plant? 8. What was the last horse to win the triple crown?
 * E of L- **

__PART 2__ CIVICS FINAL #|STUDY GUIDE

**20 MAY 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**=

Taxes -
 * In Class- **

__Tic Tac Taxes!__ (Play the game with a partner...its near the bottom of the page) http://www.econedlink.org/lessons/index.php?lid=370&type=afterschool

__Taxes Game!__ http://www.shmoop.com/taxes/game.html

__Is It or Isn't It A Game?__ __What's the message?__ __Which political direction do you think it's leaning? Why?__ http://www.taxevaders.net/

__Sales Tax Game__ http://www.math-play.com/Sales-Tax/Sales-Tax.html

http://www.usdebtclock.org/index.html

cnnstudentnews.com (16 MAY 2014) 1. 2. 3.

CIVICS FINAL STUDY GUIDE

CIVICS FINAL STUDY GUIDE
 * E of L- **

**16 MAY 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= POLITICAL CARTOON FRIDAY!





Review- How do we pay for government? Who pays?
 * In Class- **
 * Where does it come from?
 * Where does it go?

The High Cost of Government...(223) - - -

Priorities - -

Purpose of Taxes-

Types of Taxes (8)

12-1 and 12-2 Vocabulary

#|National Debt / Deficit http://www.usgovernmentspending.com/federal_deficit_chart.html http://useconomy.about.com/od/usdebtanddeficit/a/National-Debt-by-Year.htm

http://www.usdebtclock.org/index.html

images http://demonocracy.info/infographics/usa/us_deficit/us_deficit.html 2 charts http://www.businessinsider.com/the-only-chart-you-need-to-see-to-understand-why-the-us-is-screwed-2011-2

cnnstudentnews.com (16 MAY 2014) 1. 2. 3.

CIVICS FINAL STUDY GUIDE

CIVICS FINAL STUDY GUIDE
 * E of L- **

**14 MAY 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= cnnstudentnews.com at the end of class

E of L DUE! Ch. 11 Intellectual Survey (page 221)
 * In Class- **

Civics Social Studies Common Assessment

How do we pay for government? Who pays?
 * Where does it come from?
 * Where does it go?

#|National Debt / Deficit http://www.usgovernmentspending.com/federal_deficit_chart.html http://useconomy.about.com/od/usdebtanddeficit/a/National-Debt-by-Year.htm

http://www.usdebtclock.org/index.html

Purpose of Taxes- Types of Taxes (8)

cnnstudentnews.com (14 MAY 2014) 1. Where is Homs? What kind of conflict has been taking place there and throughout the country? 2. What wreckage does modern-day explorer Barry Clifford think he may have located? Where is it? Why might it have been misidentified? 3. What kind of "gut feeling" did former Sgt. Kyle White have as he and his fellow soldiers met with village elders in northeast Afghanistan? What happened at the meeting? 4. Where is Arlington National Cemetery? For how long has it been used as a military burial ground? Who was the first soldier buried there?

No E of L
 * E of L- **

**12 MAY 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= IPODS READ "Mothers Against Drunk Driving" (pages 214-215) ANSWER 1. and 2. in book AND 3. What is done in Thompson School District or Colorado to draw attention to this issue?

E of L DUE! Find the Propaganda in the Video and... cnnstudentnews ?
 * In Class- **

What is an interest group? (212-216)

What are you interested in? - 1.Find an interest group (name) AND Its geographic location. 2.What are at least 3 main things, concerns, goals, beliefs that they focus? 3.Are there any requirements to join/be a member? What some of them? 4.Would you join this interest group? Why?

cnnstudentnews.com 1. 2. 3.

Chapter 11 Intellectual Survey (page 221) "Vocabulary Workshop" PICK ANY 4 "Reviewing Main Ideas" PICK ANY 4 "Thinking Critically" PICK 1

=**E of L-**= Chapter 11 Intellectual Survey (page 221) "Vocabulary Workshop" PICK ANY 4 "Reviewing Main Ideas" PICK ANY 4 "Thinking Critically" PICK 1

**8 MAY 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= Political Cartoon THURSDAY! Giddyup!









E of L DUE! "Bagging Plastic" half-sheet responses
 * In Class- **

VOCABULARY Quiz (11-1 terms & Propaganda techniques)

Examples of propanda - historical look (discovery education)

Can you spot the propaganda? WATCH video http://assignments.discoveryeducation.com/?cdPasscode=TC1B3-4D4C WRITE down examples of these propaganda techniques from the video as you see them. (testimonials / name-calling / glittering generalities / bandwagon / plain-folks appeal / card stacking)

cnnstudentnews.com Watch Thursday, 8 May 2014 edition and ANSWER these: 1. 2. 3. 4.

=**E of L-**= Can you spot the propaganda? WATCH video http://assignments.discoveryeducation.com/?cdPasscode=TC1B3-4D4C WRITE down examples of these propaganda techniques from the video as you see them. (testimonials / name-calling / glittering generalities / bandwagon / plain-folks appeal / card stacking)

cnnstudentnews.com Watch Thursday, 8 May 2014 edition and ANSWER these: 1. 2. 3. 4.

**6 MAY 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = =**WU-**= USE pages 195-198 (Ch.10- Section 3) ANSWER 3,4,5,6 on page 198 =**In Class-**= E of L DUE! "Create Your Own Political Party" platform/planks Collect/Discuss

...connected to wu Voting Requirements (195-196) http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/federal-judge-strikes-wisconsin-voter-id-law-23518938 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nduALGsx38

-Present Political System...

Congress Approval Rating - Jan. 2013 :) http://www.publicpolicypolling.com/main/2013/01/congress-somewhere-below-cockroaches-traffic-jams-and-nickleback-in-americans-esteem.html

Intro. Chapter 11: The Political System 11-1 (207-211)

cnnstudentnews.com =**E of L-**= __ **PART 1** __ READ http://upfront.scholastic.com/issues/03_31_14 ANSWER Multiple-Choice questions (1-6) AND In-Depth Questions (1-3) see attachment:
 * March 31, 2014 Issue (Bagging Plastic) **
 * - Upfront Magazine's article **
 * "Bagging Plastic" (pages 6-7) **
 * __student access code:__ geography14 **

__ **PART 2** __ STUDY 11-1 **BOLD** vocabulary words (5) AND Propaganda techniques (6)

**2 MAY 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

=**WU-**= Political Cartoon FRIDAY!
 * [[image:http://media.cagle.com/73/2014/04/30/147864_600.jpg caption="RJ Matson - - Donald Sterling In Exile-COLOR - English - Donald Sterling In Exile,Los Angeles Clippers,NBA,Donald Sterling,Lifetime Ban, Basketball"]] ||
 * RJ Matson - - Donald Sterling In Exile-COLOR - English - Donald Sterling In Exile,Los Angeles Clippers,NBA,Donald Sterling,Lifetime Ban, Basketball ||


 * [[image:http://media.cagle.com/139/2014/04/30/147894_600.jpg caption="Steve Sack - The Minneapolis Star Tribune - Death Botch COLOR - English - death penalty, execution, lethal injection, capital punishment"]] ||
 * Steve Sack - The Minneapolis Star Tribune - Death Botch COLOR - English - death penalty, execution, lethal injection, capital punishment ||


 * [[image:http://media.cagle.com/95/2014/04/30/147882_600.jpg caption="Dave Granlund - Politicalcartoons.com - US minimum wage hike and GOP - English - minimum wage, living wage, middle class, poverty level, poverty, families, jobs, workers, employment, hourly, federal wage hike, hike, us, "]] ||
 * Dave Granlund - Politicalcartoons.com - US minimum wage hike and GOP - English - minimum wage, living wage, middle class, poverty level, poverty, families, jobs, workers, employment, hourly, federal wage hike, hike, us, ||


 * [[image:http://media.cagle.com/47/2014/04/28/147718_600.jpg caption="John Darkow - Columbia Daily Tribune, Missouri - Stopping a Charging Bear - English - Bear, Grumpy, Charge, Russia, Putin, Ukraine, Fight, Obama, US, Sanctions, Credit Cards, Europe, Cut, Chop, Fight"]] ||
 * John Darkow - Columbia Daily Tribune, Missouri - Stopping a Charging Bear - English - Bear, Grumpy, Charge, Russia, Putin, Ukraine, Fight, Obama, US, Sanctions, Credit Cards, Europe, Cut, Chop, Fight ||

http://time.com/82375/every-execution-in-u-s-history-in-a-single-chart/?hpt=hp_t3 =**In Class-**= E of L DUE! Political Parties Quest (parts 1 and 2) Collect/Discuss

Political #|Party organization (191)

Campaign Financing (191-195)

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/22/us/politics/22scotus.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 #|Campaign Finance Decision - U.S. Supreme Court https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YwfqHWg7v0 Life on the Campaign Trail (discovery ed.)

Voting Requirements (195-196) http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/federal-judge-strikes-wisconsin-voter-id-law-23518938 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nduALGsx38

cnnstudentnews.com =**E of L-**= __Create Your Own Political Party!__ -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do?

**30 APR 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

=**WU-**= LISTEN to this audio clip: http://www.wnyc.org/story/supreme-court-considers-where-lines-drawn-in-cell-phone-searches/ 1. What are the TWO sides to the argument? 2. What do you think? Why? =**In Class-**= E of L DUE! Collect __PART 1 "Donkeys and Elephants"*__ from this link: Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR handout:

Discuss: "The Presidential Election Process and Third Party Politics"

INS #|Citizenship Test...How Would You Do?

To the #|laptop computers... __COMPLETE__ __PART 2 "Three's a Crowd" and__ __PART 3 "Where Do I Fit?"__ Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR from handout: Part 2 - LINK 1 http://www.pbs.org/newshour/spc/extra/features/july-dec00/thirdparties.html Part 2 - LINK 2 http://www.politics1.com/parties.htm Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

__(IF there is any remaining time left in class...)__ __WATCH__ __cnnstudentnews.com__ __WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup):__ __1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.?__ __2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.__

=**E of L-**= __COMPLETE__ __PART 2 "Three's a Crowd" and__ __PART 3 "Where Do I Fit?"__

Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR from handout: Part 2 - LINK 1 http://www.pbs.org/newshour/spc/extra/features/july-dec00/thirdparties.html Part 2 - LINK 2 http://www.politics1.com/parties.htm Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

**28 APR 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

READ page 197 "Voting in America" ANSWER: 1. What is required of every Australian citizen 18 years of age and older? 2. What happens if you don't vote? 3. Should the U.S. adopt this method of voting? Why?
 * WU-**

E of L DUE! Collect Chapter 10: Section 1 Review (page 189) ANSWER 2,5,6
 * In Class-**

WATCH "The Presidential Election Process and Third Party Politics" (video is on the laptop's desktop) ANSWER: 1. Why do you think Ross Perot ran for President of the U.S.? 2. How did Americans respond to his Presidential run in 1992? Did they support it? Why? 3. Describe how a third party candidate (such as Ross Perot) can affect a presidential race.

To the computers... __COMPLETE PART 1 "Donkeys and Elephants"*__ from this link: Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR handout: LINK 1 http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/political-parties LINK 2 http://www.democrats.org/issues/civil_rights LINK 3 http://www.gop.com/our-party/ LINK 4 http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/president/issues/party-platforms/index.html
 * Use this new link when you get to the Republican National Committee part (Step 2, #2 near the middle)

(IF there is any remaining time left in class...) WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.

__COMPLETE PART 1 "Donkeys and Elephants"*__ from this link: Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR handout: LINK 1 http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/political-parties LINK 2 http://www.democrats.org/issues/civil_rights LINK 3 http://www.gop.com/our-party/ LINK 4 http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/president/issues/party-platforms/index.html
 * E of L-**
 * Use this new link when you get to the Republican National Committee part (Step 2, #2 near the middle)

**24 APR 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

POLITICAL CARTOON THURSDAY!
 * WU-**









Discuss last class...
 * In Class-**

__Chapter 16 Assessment (page 307)__ I. PICK ANY 3 questions from "Vocabulary Workshop" II. PICK ANY 3 questions from "Reviewing Main Ideas" III. PICK 1 question from "Thinking Critically"

Chapter 10: Electing Leaders...The Two Party System (page 185) -What is a political party? -Describe the role of political parties. -Why a two-party system? -What are the advantages of two-party systems?

__Third Parties / One-Party Governments (pages 188-189)__ __-What are they?__ __*Ross Perot - How did he influence the 1992 Presidential election?__

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.

__PART 1 (IF you were absent)__ __Chapter 16 Assessment (page 307)__ I. PICK ANY 3 questions from "Vocabulary Workshop" II. PICK ANY 3 questions from "Reviewing Main Ideas" III. PICK 1 question from "Thinking Critically"
 * E of L-**

__PART 2__ Chapter 10: Section 1 Review (page 189) ANSWER 2,5,6

__PART 2__ PRINT OFF A COPY of Chapter 10 - Quizlet Vocabulary List (from page 184)

**22 APR 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

READ page 304 "Treating Juvenile Crime AND Punishing Juvenile Crime" ANSWER 3 and 5 on page 305
 * WU-**

E of L DUE! Collect Affluenza Defense questions
 * In Class-**

WATCH "The Sentencing of Bill Thomas"

Guest Speaker
 * Your Questions Answered

(IF there is any remaining time left in class...) WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.


 * E of L-**

**18 APR 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

READ pages 296-297 "Clarence Gideon" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU-**

E of L DUE! Collect "Arrest to Sentencing" Cartoons
 * In Class-**

READ and RESPOND to the questions that follow: "The Affluenza Defense"

//"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

(IF there is any remaining time left in class...) WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.

READ and RESPOND to the questions that follow: "The Affluenza Defense" _ //"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//
 * E of L-**

**16 APR 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

PAGES 302-303 "Teen Court" ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU-**

E of L Check! ...Ch. 16 Definitions AND Notes - 5 Categories of Crime!
 * In Class-**

So, tell me what you know...from your vocabulary AND notes...

Causes of Crime 16-2 Criminal Justice System (from arrest to sentencing)

//"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.

Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and create a toondoo.com comic strip involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS
 * E of L-**

**14 APR 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

PAGE 133 "Thinking Critically" ANSWER 1 and 3 ...explain your answers for each one.
 * WU-**

E of L Check! ...Federal District Court Pyramid!
 * In Class-**

Rollin' the Dice! ...Federal District Court and OTHER Courts ?'s

Structure of Federal #|Court System (pages 119-122) DEFINE: jurisdiction U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction) U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction) U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





Gambling and Judicial Review...You Be the Judge! Yah or Nah?

//"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain it.

TAKE NOTES ON THE FOLLOWING Define: penal code / misdemeanor / felony / criminal case / civil case
 * E of L-**

Introduce the Criminal Justice System (Ch. 16) 5 Categories of Crimes

**10 APR 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

READ pages 152-153 and ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU-**

Chapter 7 Vocabulary Test
 * In Class-**

Structure of Federal Court System (pages 119-122) DEFINE: jurisdiction U.S. District Courts (original jurisdiction) U.S. Court of Appeals (appellate jurisdiction) U.S. Supreme Court (power of judicial review)





Gambling and Judicial Review...You Be the Judge!

//"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain?

TAKE NOTES ON THE FOLLOWING (There will be a quiz on this information next class): Other Courts found in the Federal System (pages 122-123)
 * E of L-**
 * There are 6 total...
 * What is the name of each one? What is the responsibility of each one?

**8 APR 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Use pages 116-118 "Right to a Fair Trial" PICK ANY 3 of the 8 rights EXPLAIN EACH OF THE 3 in your own words...what does each mean?
 * WU-**

Spring break wrap up
 * In Class-**

Game time!

//"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White House Chief of Staff// https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaXYLZEhy60&list=PLiCk2I6PXl5oDHQKq85qz9nrWCNFDHVXD //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain?

Put the following Chapter 7 Vocabulary on quizlet.com: PRINT IT OFF (YOU WILL HAVE A VOCABULARY QUIZ ON THESE TERMS NEXT CLASS) precedent petit jury juror jury duty verdict hung jury cross-examine testimony appeal jurisdiction marshal subpoena federal magistrate circuit court-martial justice judicial review unconstitutional docket remand brief opinion segregate
 * E of L-**

**28 MAR 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = PAGE 130 "American Biography: Thurgood Marshall" ANSWER 1. What examples of experience made Thurgood Marshall prepared to be a Supreme Court Justice? 2. What was the case that was his greatest courtroom victory? 3. Describe the famous case? How did the Supreme Court decide on it? 4. Which areas of law did Thurgood Marshall concentrate on most as a Supreme Court Justice?
 * WU-**

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain?
 * In Class-**

WORK TIME (TO BE HANDED IN BY THE END OF CLASS) Civics #|Design Game Challenge!

Collect Civics Games when they are completed or at end of class (I have a box for both classes by my desk)

//(if a majority of students finish early, please play this...there is a 1/2 sheet that can be used with it)// //"The President's Gatekeeper"// //The White house Chief of Staff// //w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end//

Your Civics Game should be completed*, so ENJOY YOUR SPRING BREAK
 * E of L-**


 * if not, you know what you have to do!

**26 MAR 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = USE pages 126-130 to ANSWER page 133 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS"
 * WU-**
 * 1) 5 //**__OR__**// #8

E of L - JUDICIAL BRANCH / MAKE YOUR QUIZ DUE!
 * In Class-**

WATCH cnnstudentnews.com WHILE WATCHING - ANSWER (on their warmup): 1. ANY current events connected to the U.S.? 2. WHAT is the connection...explain?

INTRODUCE Civics #|Design Game Challenge!

Work time - You have my classroom and the IMC laptops to utilize

keep #|working on your civics game
 * E of L-**

**24 MAR 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ pages 124-125 - "The Tinkers Take a Stand" ANSWER the following questions: 1. What do you think caused the students to wear the arm bands in school? 2. According to the U.S. Supreme Court, what were the 2 main questions in the Tinker case? 3. In the end, how did the Supreme Court decide the case? 4. Do you agree or disagree with the decision? Why?
 * WU-**

E of L (Judicial Branch Web quest) DUE!
 * In Class-**

basics of court system structure http://www.uscourts.gov/educational-resources/get-informed/federal-court-basics.aspx

Judicial Branch - video "Our Federal Government: The Judicial Branch" (middle part)

cnnstudentnews.com

Video "The President's Gatekeeper" The White house Chief of Staff w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end

(DIY) Do It Yourself - Judicial Branch Quiz (10 questions total w/ answer key) -5 T/F -5 Multiple Choice -TYPE IT and PRINT OFF 2 COPIES -1 copy will be your answer key
 * E of L-**
 * USE CH.7 to help you design it!

**20 MAR 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = LOOK AT PAGES 115-116 1. What are the 4 different Kinds of Laws? DEFINE or EXPLAIN EACH ONE
 * WU-**

...shhhhhh...it's the spring equinox...equi-what?

E of L (Role of the First Lade handout/questions) DUE!
 * In Class-**

Review Executive Branch

NBC-Day in the @ the Whitehouse https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twKWM00ikkE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26iAyLLGLEs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-U0-0anzV0

Video "The President's Gatekeeper" The White house Chief of Staff w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end

Judicial Branch Webquest! link 1: [|www.whitehouse.gov/government/judg.html] link 2: [|www.supremecourtus.gov/about/justicecaseload.pdf]
 * E of L-**

**18 MAR 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Read page 101 "Did You Know That..." about George Washington and answer the following questions: 1. Why was it difficult deciding what to call the first president? 2. What makes being the FIRST president, different than being other presidents?
 * WU-**

E of L DUE -Executive Branch notes/flip book -icivics.org "being president" slides 1-6 (see e of l from 14 March)
 * In Class-**

Ch. 5 Vocabulary List 2 - TEST

Executive Branch Flip Book - Mini Quiz

NBC-Day in the @ the Whitehouse https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twKWM00ikkE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26iAyLLGLEs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-U0-0anzV0

Video "The President's Gatekeeper" w/ ?s/responses half sheet at the end

Role of the First Lady (reading with responses)
 * E of L-**

**14 MAR 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Political Cartoon FRIDAY! 1.
 * WU-**

2.

3.

4.

E of L CHECK - Legislative Branch Flip book AND Ch. 5 Vocabulary List 2 - page 70
 * In Class-**

Legislative Branch Flip Book - Mini Quiz

CONSTRUCT an __Executive Branch Flip Book__ Use Chapter 6, Section 1 - pages 93-96 to assist you in finding the information under these categories: -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -presidential succession -25th Amendment

//To the computers...// icivics.org - Being President https://www.icivics.org/web-quests/being-president Go to the link and ANSWER questions that are connected to slides 1-6

__FINISH__ -Executive Branch Flip Book
 * E of L-**

-icivics.org - Being President https://www.icivics.org/web-quests/being-president Go to the link and ANSWER questions that are connected to slides 1-6

__STUDY__ for Chapter 5 - List 2 Vocabulary Test (next class - Tuesday 18 MAR 2014)

**10 MAR 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Page 91 "Reviewing Main Ideas" (2,4,7)
 * WU-**

COLLECT icivics.org "Making Rules (Laws)" 1-7 Web quest activity
 * In Class-**

Chapter 5: Legislative Branch Flip Book -Use Chapter 5 information to assist you -I will model how the flip book should look

Video- "Understanding the Constitution: The Legislative Branch" 3 FACTS 2 QUESTIONS 1 Descriptive word/Adjective (of the Legislative Branch)


 * Legislative Branch Flip Book QUIZ questions

PRINT Chapter 5 List 2 (page 70) - QUIZLET

BRING TO CLASS NEXT TIME: -Legislative Flipbook -HARD COPY / PRINT COPY of Ch. 5 List 2 Vocabulary (19 terms)
 * HW-**

**4 MAR 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Use pages 88-89 to ANSWER "Ch. 4 - Section 4 Review" __Question #5__ (page 89)
 * WU-**

Chapter 5 - list 1...rollin' the dice!
 * In Class-**

How A Bill Becomes a Law simulation (refer to blue "how a bill becomes law" handout and textbook page 87)

steps: http://www.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=4702 http://www.congresslink.org/Frantzich/index.htm

committee: house.gov senate.gov

seth rogen / senate subcommittee: http://www.laughspin.com/2014/02/26/seth-rogen-testifies-at-congressional-subcommittee-hearing-video/ frustrations of experience: http://www.npr.org/blogs/itsallpolitics/2014/02/27/283464503/seth-rogen-tees-off-on-senators-who-walked-out-on-his-testimony

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWO-FpQEG_4 Schoolhouse Rocks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFroMQlKiag

//"To the IMC!"// GO TO THIS WEBSITE: https://www.icivics.org/web-quests/making-rules On a separate sheet of paper... WRITE DOWN THE # YOU ARE ON AND THE ANSWERS THAT GO ALONG WITH IT __Making Rules (Laws)__ 1- 2- 3- 4 5- 6- 7-

-Do I Have a Right?: Bill of Rights Edition -Argument Wars (If you decide to go to other sites, I can arrange for you to do something that will involve you and just your book)
 * When you are finished you may go on to these games on icivics.org:

cnnstudentnews.com

NO E of L (__IF you finished the icivics.org "Making Rules (Laws)" activity above__)
 * E of L-**

**28 FEB 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = A - Define "seniority system" B - Page 90 - Answer "Applying the Skill" (1,2,3)
 * WU-**

Chapter 5 - list 1 vocabulary test
 * In Class-**

FINISHING WATCHING video on the San Tan Flats (AZ) Dance Ban and National City Eminent Domain case -Use this template to follow along with the 4 videos

How A Bill Becomes a Law simulation (refer to blue "how a bill becomes law" handout and textbook page 87)

Schoolhouse Rocks!

//"To the IMC!"// GO TO THIS WEBSITE: https://www.icivics.org/games __DO THIS ONE FIRST__: Do I Have a Right?: Bill of Rights Edition DO THIS ONE SECOND: Argument Wars (If you decide to go to other sites, I can arrange for you to do something that will involve you and just your book)

cnnstudentnews.com

NO E of L
 * E of L-**

**26 FEB 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = USE PAGES 77-79 to ANSWER #4 and #5 on page 79
 * WU-**

Go over Chapter 4 Test
 * In Class-**

Sides A and B (Legislative Branch) handout - review -names -titles -qualifications -responsibilities -salary/benefits

Watched a video on the San Tan Flats (AZ) Dance Ban and National City Eminent Domain case -Use this template to follow along with the 4 videos

USE quizlet.com - CREATE Chapter 5 Vocabulary List 1- PAGE 70 -LEFT COLUMN __ *19 TERMS TOTAL - NO MORE, NO LESS __ __ practice on quizlet... __

-__MAKE a quizlet.com Ch.5 vocabulary list 1 (first 19 terms)__ - Page 70 - LEFT COLUMN - PRINT IT OFF -STUDY FOR CH. 5 LIST 1 VOCABULARY TEST on FRIDAY, 28 FEB 2014
 * E of L-**

**24 FEB 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = PAGE 65 "Vocabulary Workshop" ANSWER 1,2,3,4,5
 * WU-**

COLLECT - Toondoo.com cartoon (or other cartoon maker or by hand) DUE!
 * In Class-**
 * PICK any Bill of Rights (or amendment past #10)
 * MAKE a cartoon that shows this amendment in action!

__Chapter 4 TEST__ (They can use their textbooks and notebooks, BUT NOT THEIR NEIGHBOR!)

When they complete the test, they should do the following: SIDE A is with the textbook SIDE B is on the LAPTOPS


 * E of L-**

SIDE A is with the textbook SIDE B is on the LAPTOPS

**20 FEB 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ (page 59) "Global Connections: Womens Suffrage" and answer the following questions: 1. When did New Zealand grant women the right to vote? 2. Who was instrumental in making this happen in New Zealand? 3. Did it help women in other countries? Which ones?
 * WU-**

(Discuss as a class) What are... Duties- Responsiblities-

USE pages 61-63 to assist you in completing the following: "Duties and Responsibilities" worksheet
 * In Class-**

WATCH video: "Understanding Good Citizenship" (its on the laptop desktop) During the video, ANSWER the handout questions from "Citizenship: Rights and Responsibilities"


 * If there is time remaining - WATCH cnnstudentnews.com (for Thursday, 20 FEB 2014)

Toondoo.com (or other cartoon maker)
 * E of L-**
 * PICK any Bill of Rights (or amendment past #10)
 * MAKE a cartoon that shows this amendment in action!

STUDY FOR CHAPTER 4 TEST

**18 FEB 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = LOOK at "Freedoms Guaranteed by the Bill of Rights" Chart on page 56. ANSWER: 1. Which of these rights is the most important to you? Why? 2. Which of these rights is the least important to you? Why?
 * WU-**

Eminent Domain (w/ 1/2 sheet) -Define -Video stories
 * In Class- **

-constitution http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzAJyK0ovo8 -3 ring circus http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w2mASRYmNM&list=PLA9FE08670D2CD11C -b of r disney version http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2CRoVuBz3Q -rap http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7RxrQJrdh4

Find partner and complete "The Other Amendments Scavenger Hunt" (pages 58-60)

If there is time remaining - WATCH cnnstudentnews.com

FINISH "Other Amendments Scavenger Hunt" handout above (Use your textbook to assist you)
 * E of L-**

**13 FEB 2014 - THURSDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Page 49 - //__**"REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS"**__// ANSWER 5 and 6
 * WU-**

E of L Check
 * In Class-**

Try a quiz...(hand out to those that turned one in)

Go over BLUE SHEET (Bill of Right and You)

Partner -Bill of Rights scenarios -Find/Recognize examples of Bill of Rights

Eminent Domain -Define -Video stories

-constitution http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzAJyK0ovo8 -3 ring circus http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w2mASRYmNM&list=PLA9FE08670D2CD11C -b of r disney version http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2CRoVuBz3Q -rap http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7RxrQJrdh4

cnnstudentnews.com

No E of L
 * E of L-**

**11 FEB 2014 - TUESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ page 51 and respond to the following questions: 1. What is the Bill of Rights? 2. Why was it added to the Constitution?
 * WU-**

Discussion and video of the Bill of Rights "Just the Facts: The Constitution: The Bill of Rights and Constitutional Amendments" (just the first 26 minutes...amendments 1-10)
 * In Class-**

Worked with a partner on the following Bill of Rights handout: (Use pages 51-60 from your textbook to assist you.)

Watch today's news (if time permits at the end): cnnstudentnews.com

COMPLETE - Bill of Rights and You handout: (Use pages 51-60 from your textbook to assist you.)
 * E of L-**

**7 FEB 2014 - FRIDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ pages 44-45 "WATERGATE" ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU-**

Review- 1. Which branch has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices? 2. Which has the power to rule a law unconstitutional? 3. Which has the power to override a presidential veto? 4. Which branch is the most powerful? 5. Define Checks and Balances-
 * In Class-**

WATCH Video (pages17-18/discussion on 19) "The Almost Painless Guide: Judicial Branch" with "Judicial Branch Video Quiz" handout

"Our Federal Government: __ The JUDICIAL BRANCH __ " (18 minutes) - The video is on the laptop's desktop (in the middle) with this handout... (Students were given a copy last class) They should answer the 10 questions under __The JUDICIAL BRANCH__

Following the video, answer questions from this handout and use the ipods or computers: "THE THREE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT" -They should follow the web links on the sheet and __answer questions from Article 3 __

Watch today's news (if time permits at the end): cnnstudentnews.com

(Use Chapter 3 of your textbook or your notes/handouts on the 3 branches to assist you with the following).
 * E of L-**

1. Legislative branch (make 3) 2. Executive branch (make 3) 3. Judicial branch (make 3) 4. Any topic you wish (make 1)
 * Create __10 TOTAL__ (3 from each branch below and 1 extra) True or False statements using the following topics:

**5 FEB 2014 - WEDNESDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = (Give them 5-7 minutes to complete and then go over)
 * WU-**

Use the BLUE __Checks and Balances Sheet__ you got last class to answer the following questions on your warm up sheet:

1. Which branch has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices? 2. Which has the power to rule a law unconstitutional? 3. Which has the power to override a presidential veto? 4. Which branch is the most powerful? 5. Define Checks and Balances-

COLLECT HW "3 Branches Scavenger Hunt" from last class
 * In Class-**

WATCH Video "Our Federal Government: __The Executive Branch__" (18 minutes) - The video is on the laptop's desktop (in the middle) with this handout... (Students were given a copy last class) They should answer the 10 questions under __The Legislative Branch.__

Following the video give them this handout and use the computers: "The THREE Branches Scavenger Hunt!" (It's different than the one they did for HW)

-They should follow the web links on the sheet and __answer questions from Article 1 and Article 2 __

DO "The THREE Branches Scavenger Hunt!" follow the links on the handout... ANSWER questions from __Article 1__ and __Article 2__ (not Article 3)
 * E of L-**

**3 FEB 2014 - MONDAY** = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = PAGE 49 "Reviewing Main Ideas" #3 and #4
 * WU-**

The THREE Branches of Government 41-43
 * In Class-**

Video with this handout:

Compare 1787 vs. 2014 How is life different today in terms: transportation school home jobs travel communication

__The Three Branches of Government Scavenger hunt__ __hanout:__ __website:__
 * //<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">[] //**

__The Three Branches of Government Scavenger hunt__ __hanout:__
 * E of L-**

__website:__
 * //<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">[] //**

= 30 JAN 2014 - THURSDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ page 43 - Beginning of Ch.3. Section 3 "A Flexible Document: Providing for Change" ANSWER: 1. Why is the Constitution a "flexible document"? 2. Explain why this is an important thing to have in the Constitution.
 * WU-**

E of L CHECK! ...the Federal District Court Pyramid
 * In Class-**

Rollin' the Dice! ...the federal court system

__The Federal CourtSystem__ (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers- ex. Reserved (state) powers- ex. Concurrent (shared) powers- ex.

"The Structure of American Government" video clip

Page 36 https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=c2RhbGUub3JnfHRob21hcy1waXR0bWFuLS0tOXRoLWdyYWRlLXNvY2lhbC1zdHVkaWVzfGd4OjY1ZTJhYWI1YjEyMjdjMWI

__Federal System ppt__

Super Powers! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfe_Tg8H5Yg

Your turn! __Use Ch. 3 (page 38) to do the following activity...__ 1. Pick out ONE example from EACH column. (3 total)

2. Find a picture (online) for each example (3 total)

3. Cut and paste, give the specific power underneath it.

(See template attachment as a guide)

USE quizlet.com to define all 15 **BOLD** **vocabulary words** in Chapter 3. PRINT OFF a copy of YOUR VOCABULARY LIST (with your name on it)
 * HW-**

= 28 JAN 2014 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = (IN NOTEBOOK) USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: popular sovereignty- preamble- majority rule-
 * WU-**

Constitutional Cartoons and "Declaration of Education" (share out)
 * In Class-**

Review documents (Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution)
 * What do you think is significant about each one?

__Review__ vs. https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=c2RhbGUub3JnfHRob21hcy1waXR0bWFuLS0tOXRoLWdyYWRlLXNvY2lhbC1zdHVkaWVzfGd4OjY1ZTJhYWI1YjEyMjdjMWI
 * New Jersey (Small States) Plan
 * Virginia (Large States) Plan

Our Constitution: The Document that Gave Birth to Our Nation (video with companion handout)


 * cnnstudentnews.com

USE Chapter 3 to DEFINE / EXPLAIN the following terms and concepts:
 * E of L-**

__the book and this link will help you with the first two:__ a=v&pid=sites&srcid=c2RhbGUub3JnfHRob21hcy1waXR0bWFuLS0tOXRoLWdyYWRlLXNvY2lhbC1zdHVkaWVzfGd4OjY1ZTJhYWI1YjEyMjdjMWI 1. The Great Compromise- 2. Three-Fifths (3/5) Compromise-

The book will help you with these last two: 3. Electoral College- 4. The Federal System-
 * delegated powers-
 * reserved powers-
 * concurrent powers-

= 24 JAN 2014 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = READ "American Biography-James Madison" (p. 29) and ANSWER the following: 1. Describe his background. (experience, education, accomplishments, etc.) 2. Why is he called "The Father of the Constitution"?
 * WU-**

Constitutional Convention discussion: 5W's background...small states (NJ plan) vs. large states (VA plan) plans
 * In Class-**

Big differences (-/+) of... Articles of Confederation vs. Constitution

Constitutional Convention Cartoon time!

__*Look at "Building Your Portfolio" at the end of chapter 2 on PAGE 35__ -Students create their own "Declaration of Education"-
 * E of L-**

//START your paragraph with// //"We, students of BHS, hold these truths to be self evident..."//

INCLUDE THESE __3 rights__ you believe you should have and defend/explain why for each AND __3 responsibilities__ you should have as a student and why.

= 22 JAN 2014 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

__Use your brain, your notes and Chapter 2 to assist you...__ 1. What were 4 problems with the Articles of Confederation?
 * WU**-

2. Give an example (of any kind) of two people compromising on something.

3. What is a __delegate__?

E of L (HW) Check - //see E of L for 17 JAN//
 * In Class work-**

Review Articles of Confederation +/-

Setting the stage for disposing of the Articles and trying something else...

WITH A PARTNER: 1-DEFINE CH. 1 - SECTION 3 Vocabulary terms

2-FIND the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section 3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-

Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

Constitutional Convention Cartoon www.toondoo.com http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/comic/ http://cambridgeenglishonline.com/Cartoon_Maker/

CREATE A LOGIN FOR __**ONE**__ OF THE FOLLOWING CARTOON MAKERS (there will be about 30 minutes at the start of next class to finish your Constitutional Convention cartoon) www.toondoo.com http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/comic/ http://cambridgeenglishonline.com/Cartoon_Maker/
 * E of L**-

= 17 JAN 2014 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

Page 34 "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3
 * WU**-

CHECK - The 5 W's of the Declaration of Independence
 * In Class-**

Articles of Confederation (positives/negatives)

Use your book to define the 11 terms found in Chapter 2 -sections 1 and 2

...from your list Pick 3 - Notecard activity

Video: "Just the Facts: Documents of Destiny: The Revolutionary Era" -Define each -Any + / - of each

Make a list of the rules and laws that you follow... from the moment you get up until you go to sleep at night. - - -
 * E of L ** -

= 15 JAN 2014 - WEDNESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = 1-READ "Smaller Families" and "Changing Roles" (pages 16/17) AND 2-WRITE 1fact from each reading.
 * WU- **


 * In Class- **

PAGE 19 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS" __**4,5,6,7**__

Citizenship in other countries...

Chapter 1 Assessment (you can use your book and notes...FOR THIS ONE :)

READ "Declaration of Independence" pages 24-25 FIND the following information about the Declaration of Independence: Who- What- When- Where- Why-
 * E of L (HW)- **

= 13 JAN 2014 - MONDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR = Read pages 12-13 and answer question #1 from the book AND this question: 2. What could you do to help YOUR community?
 * WU**-

The national government - video
 * In Class-**

Pick 2 words from 1-3
 * Use one word in a sentence correctly
 * Draw a picture of what the other word LOOKS like to you

=Take this citizenship test and record your results:= =[]=

[]

[]

Citizenship video

PAGE 19 "REVIEWING MAIN IDEAS" __**4,5,6,7**__
 * E of L (HW)-**
 * Don't forget about picking ANY COUNTRY in the world and research its citizenship requirements...

= 9 JAN 2014 - THURSDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

**WU -**
see the attachment:

**In Class -**
Collect syllabus slips AND Notebook check

Ideals and Role of the Citizen...Importance of Civics? (pages 4-6)

Ch.1-2 Notes - U.S. Citizenship requirements: (2 - Column) What are they? Here are the notes we took on U.S. Citizenship requirements: __ Requirements to become a U.S. citize n __ -born USA or green card -graduate from high school -have to have citizenship -need a passport -speak English or Spanish -have to go to school -can’t be a criminal -social security card -18 to vote || THE BOOK SAYS: -Native-born *born in U.S. state, territory -Naturalization Read and write, Support themselves not be a criminal or carry a disease 1. Declare intent to be a citizen 2. Petition to be a citizen (after 5 years of living in U.S. or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen) 3. Exam – proves that they can read, write, speak English -knows U.S. government/history -prove good moral conduct 4. Final hearing -take an oath and given a certificate ||
 * YOU GUYS SAY:

1-Go to **quizlet.com** and create a vocabulary list of the __9 **BOLD** words found in Chapter 1, Section 3 (pages 11-17)__. 2-__Print__ off the copy __with your name in the subject line__... it will be turned in on Monday, 13 JAN.

cnnstudentnews.com (if time permits)

**Evidence of Learning (E of L) -**
__2 PARTS (A and B)__ -Go to **quizlet.com** and create a vocabulary list of the __9 **BOLD** words found in Chapter 1, Section 3 (pages 11-17)__. -__Print__ off the copy __with your name in the subject line__... it will be turned in on Monday, 13 JAN. PICK ANY COUNTRY OF THE WORLD AND FIND OUT WHAT ITS CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS ARE
 * A**
 * B**

= 7 JAN 2014 - TUESDAY = = 5th HOUR / 7th HOUR =

On your warm up sheet, answer these questions: 1. Why do we have a government? 2. What should the government do (be responsible for)? ...examples?
 * WU-**

Go over course outline/syllabus -book sign out
 * In Class-**

Expectations of you Expectations of me

What government does/does not do- Listed and defined the different kinds of governments-

DEFINE: Civics Citizen- Government- Theocracy- Oligarchy-
 * Absolute Monarchy-
 * Democracy-
 * Dictatorship-

This is Our: Government...video -What does our government need to run effectively? -What roles and responsibilities do citizens have with their government?

Upfront Magazine/cnnstudentnews.com/discovery education video clip

__ 2 PARTS __ 1-Turn in the bottom portion of the course outline SIGNED by YOU and YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN. 2- DEFINE: Civics Citizen- Government- Theocracy- Oligarchy-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)**** - **
 * Absolute Monarchy-
 * Democracy-
 * Dictatorship-

= **10 MAY 2011** = READ page 302 and ANSWER 1 and 2
 * WU-**

Ch.16 Created a chart that NAMED and DESCRIBED the 5 Categories of crimes
 * In Class-**

Discussed the 4 CAUSES of crime

Use pages 294-296 (Steps from ARREST to SENTENCING) and create a toondoo.com comic strip involving EACH OF THE 5 STEPS
 * HW-**

= **6 MAY 2011** = READ pages 152-153 and ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU-**

Homework Check on Other Courts found in the Federal System and Chapter 7 Vocabulary on quizlet.com (listed below)
 * In Class-**

Look at the State Court system on pages 150-151

Define: penal code / misdemeanor / felony / criminal case / civil case

Introduce the Criminal Justice System (Ch. 16) 5 Categories of Crimes

Finish constructing the chart on the 5 categories of crime and make up work that was due today in class (see 4 MAY 2011)
 * HW-**

= **4 MAY 2011** = PAGE 133 "Vocabulary Workshop" #1 and #5
 * WU-**

Behind the scenes of being President of the U.S.
 * In Class-**

Marbury vs. Madison AND Brown vs. the Board of Education

OTHER Courts...pages 122-123

Put the following Chapter 7 Vocabulary on quizlet.com:
 * HW-**

precedent petit-jury juror jury-duty verdict hung-jury cross-examine testimony appeal jurisdiction marshal subpoena federal-magistrate circuit court-martial justice judicial-review unconstitutional docket remand brief opinion segregate

= 2 MAY 2011 = Read about "Thurgood Marshall" on page 130 and respond to the following questions: 1. Describe his background 2. What was his greatest courtroom victory?
 * WU-**

The Federal Court System Pyramid. Use pages 119-121 of your textbook to put the information in the correct location within the pyramid.
 * In Class-**

Watched Supreme Court video and looked for the following information: 1. What are 2 strengths of the judicial branch/supreme court? 2. Describe Marbury vs. Madison and Brown vs. the Board of Education

NO HW
 * HW-**

= **28 APR 2011** = READ the "Tinker vs. Des Moines Board of Education" (pages 124-125) and ANSWER 1 and 3
 * WU-**

Review the 4 kinds of laws and the role of the courts
 * In Class-**

cnnstudentnews.com

NO HW
 * HW-**

= **26 APR 2011** = 1. What are 3 qualities that you would want in an ideal judge? Why? 2. What does "liberty and justice for all" mean to you?
 * WU-**

Chapter 7 info. We named and described the 4 kinds of laws
 * In Class-**

We discussed the role of the courts

Study for a quiz on kinds of laws
 * HW-**

**21 APR 2011**
Presidential People Search
 * WU-**

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt (USE THESE 2 SITES TO HELP YOU!)
 * In Class-**

http://www.supremecourt.gov/Default.aspx

[|www.whitehouse.gov/government/judg.html]

(time permitting)

cnnstudentnews.com

to finish Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * HW-**

__**20 APR 2011**__ "Applying the Skill" p. 112 Answer 1,2,3
 * WU-**

Collected the "Create a Quiz" HW
 * In Class-**

Watched 2 videos and responded to information on this attachment:

Finish the above handout (if not completed during video)
 * HW-**

**18 APR 2011** READ "Women in the Military" (p.103) and answer these questions: 1. How many women have served in the U.S. military throughout our history? 2. Describe women in the Israeli Army. 3. Should women be allowed to serve in combat positions?
 * WU-**

Presidential Matching exercise
 * In Class-**

See attachment below:
 * HW-**

__**14 APR 2011**__ READ page 102 "The Cabinet" and answer these questions: 1. Who had the 1st cabinet? 2. What does the cabinet do? 3. What is the title given to most of the cabinet leaders?
 * WU-**

Finished watching Federal Government: The Presidency video and answered questions on the blue handout
 * In Class-**

Went to the laptops and did the "Bureaucracy Scavenger Hunt" with a partner
 * HW-**

Chapter 6, Sections 2 and 3 quizlet.com vocabulary (print off with name on it)

__**12 APR 2011**__ Define the 7 vocabulary words in Chapter 6, Section 2 (pages 96-100)
 * WU-**

Constructed a chart dealing with the following roles of president: Legislative Leader- Commander-in-Chief- Foreign Policy Leader- Chief Diplomat- Judicial Powers-
 * In Class-**

Started watching "Our Federal Government: The Presidency" and homework is to complete the attached handout for next class (Thursday, 14 APR 2011):

In Class- http://theweek.com/article/index/206163/a-day-in-the-life-of-the-president

__**8 APRIL 2011**__ Read page 101 "Did You Know That..." about George Washington and answer the following questions: 1. Why was it difficult deciding what to call the first president? 2. What makes being the FIRST president, different than being other presidents?
 * WU-**

Executive Branch flip book quiz
 * In Class-**

"(The Almost Painless) Guide to the Executive Branch" video (with handout)

Executive Branch crossword puzzle

Read and Discuss "Debate Over Full-Body Scans..." article

Executive Branch crossword if not completed by end of class
 * HW-**

__**6 APR 2011**__ Page 91 "Reviewing Main Ideas" (2,4,7)
 * WU-**

Chapter 5: Legislative Branch Test
 * In Class-**

Construct an Executive Branch flip book Use Chapter 6, Section 1 - pages 93-96 to assist you in finding the information under these categories: -qualifications -term of office -salary and benefits -presidential succession -25th Amendment
 * HW-**

PART A- Define "seniority system" PART B- Do "Applying the Skill" (1,2,3)
 * __4 APRIL 2011__ **
 * WU-**

We watched a video on the legislative branch Started a toondoo.com cartoon on "How a bill becomes a law"
 * In Class-**

Define these terms that will be used on the Chapter 5 test for Wednesday, 6 April:
 * HW-**
 * bills-**
 * committee-**
 * seniority system-**
 * elastic clause-**
 * implied powers-**
 * treason-**
 * impeachment-**
 * appropriations bill-**
 * act-**
 * quorum-**
 * roll-call vote-**
 * filibuster-**
 * pocket veto-**

__**24 MARCH 2011**__ Page 80/81 1. List and describe 3 of the powers that Congress has.
 * WU-**

Completed Legislative Branch Scavenger Hunt (see attachment below)
 * In Class-**

Discussed "How a Bill Becomes a Law"

3 Parts 1-Write down an idea that you have for a bill to become a law. 2-Write down 2 or more sentences that give the reasons why you feel this should be a law. 3-Which committee (in the house or senate) would look at this bill?
 * HW-**

__**22 MARCH 2011**__ Latest Japan/Libya news
 * WU-**

LEGISLATIVE BRANCH SCAVENGER HUNT
 * In Class-**

__**18 MARCH 2011**__ Use 5-1 vocabulary to answer the questions on this attachment:
 * WU-**

Completed the -House of Representatives and -Senate Flipbook Using 5-1, 5-2, 5-3 to find info. about these houses of Congress
 * In Class-**

HW is to finish your flip book on the 2 house of congress (senate and house of representatives), if you have not done so already.
 * HW-**

__**14 MARCH 2011**__ Watched CNNstudentnews and discussed the latest news/information in regards to Libya and the earthquake/tsunami in Japan.
 * WU-**

We went to quizlet.com and did 5-1 vocabulary. Print out the 5-1 sheet when completed.
 * In Class-**

Started creating a "Legislative Branch - Flipbook"

NO HW
 * HW-**

__**10 MARCH 2011**__ Page 65 "Vocabulary Workshop" 1,2,3,4,5
 * WU-**

CHAPTER 4 TEST
 * In Class-**

Watched a video on the San Tan Flats (AZ) Dance Ban and National City Eminent Domain case

Following the test, students printed off their missing work from the week of 2/28 and FINISH MISSING WORK
 * HW-**

__**8 MARCH 2011**__ Page 265 "Reviewing Main Ideas" (1,2)
 * WU-**

Define Amendment- Described the differences between Amendments 1-10 and 11-27 Reviewed Eminent Domain- Worked as a group on what rights and responsibilities were and how life would be different without the bill of rights. Watched cnnstudentnews.com (for Tuesday, 8 March 2011)
 * In Class-**

//**STUDY FOR CHAPTER 4 TEST - IT IS ON THURSDAY, 10 MARCH 2011**//
 * HW-**

__**4 MARCH 2011**__ DEFINE: Chapter 4 Duties- Responsiblities-
 * WU-**

USE pages 61-63 to assist you in completing the following: "Duties and Responsibilities" worksheet
 * In Class-**

NEXT Watch: [|America at Its Best: What It Means to Be an American Citizen (on discoveryeducation.com)] During and after video, please answer the WORD BANK and VIDEO QUIZ questions.

FINISH the WORD BANK and VIDEO QUIZ handout if not completed by end of class
 * HW-**

cnnstudentnews.com of time permits at end

__**2 MARCH 2011**__ LOOK at "Freedoms Guaranteed by the Bill of Rights" Chart on page 56: 1. Which of these rights is the most important to you? Why? 2. Which of these rights is the least important to you? Why? (Share out after 5-7 min.)
 * WU-**

COLLECT the 1/2 video sheet from the Eminent Domain video (if necessary)

Find partner and complete "The Other Amendments Scavenger Hunt" (pages 58-60)
 * In Class-**

If there is time remaining - WATCH cnnstudentnews.com

NO HW
 * HW-**

__**28 FEB 2011**__ READ "Global Connections: Womens Suffrage" (page 59) and answer the following questions: 1. When did New Zealand grant women the right to vote? 2. Who was instrumental in making this happen in New Zealand? 3. Did it help women in other countries? Which ones?
 * WU-**

COLLECT Bill of Rights cartoon/comic strip

Finish BLUE Bill of Rights handout with a partner.
 * In Class-**

In groups of 3-4: give each group ONE slip (with a scenario on it) A-I -They should read it and decide which Bill of Right/amendment is found in the story (CIRCLE or HIGHLIGHT where it is in the reading) -Allow them 15-20 min. to do activity and then share out.

WATCH Eminent Domain video and respond to the questions on the 1/2 sheet of paper (collect at end of period)


 * HW** is the video half sheet if not completed by end of class

__**24 FEB 2011**__ Find the 9th Amendment on page 57 1. What freedoms does it give us?
 * WU-**

Continued with our Bill of Rights and You BLUE handout (from 22 FEB class) Computer lab- Made a vocabulary list on quizlet.com (Chapter 4-Section 1 / pages 51-57) ... 12 word total
 * In Class-**

Use toondoo.com or by hand: PICK ONE of the Bill of Rights (1-10) and CREATE a cartoon/comic strip that shows this amendment right in action
 * HW-**

__**22 FEB 2011**__ READ page 51 and respond to the following questions: 1. What is the Bill of Rights? 2. Why was it added to the Constitution?
 * WU-**

Discussion and video of the Bill of Rights
 * In Class-**

Worked with a partner on the following Bill of Rights handout:

NO HW
 * HW-**

__**15 FEB 2011**__ (Use Chapter 3 of your textbook or your orange stapled packet on the 3 branches to assist you with the following). 1. Legislative branch 2. Executive branch 3. Judicial branch 4. Any topic you wish
 * WU-**
 * Create 4 True or False statements using the following topics:

We did an overview of each article of the Constitution and some of the amendments (textbook pages 529-549)
 * In Class-**

We also partnered up and wrote (in our notebooks) the 3 steps involved in the amendment process.

Finished using our orange packet and viewed the judicial branch video.

//Divide a blank sheet of paper in half, do the following in each box:// Box 1-Respond to the question AND create an image, picture or symbol that represents what checks and balances means to you. 1. What does checks and balances mean? BOX 2-Do the following. 2. Draw a picture/image of what the constitution means to you.
 * HW-**

__**11 FEB 2011**__ Use the Green Checks and Balances Sheet to answer the following questions: 1. Which branch has the power to appoint Supreme Court justices? 2. Which has the power to rule a law unconstitutional? 3. Which has the power to override a presidential veto? 4. Which branch is the most powerful? 5. Define Checks and Balances-
 * WU-**

We read and discussed the Watergate/Nixon Scandal (pages 44-45) and it's use of the checks and balances system.
 * In Class-**

We compared 1787 vs. 2011 How is life different today in terms: transportation school home jobs travel communication

Bring back your orange Three Branches stapled packet.
 * HW-**

__**9 FEB 2011**__ List and Define each branch of government
 * WU-**

Create a tree or chart that list the powers of each branch We viewed a segment of video on the legislative branch with the accompanying packet. NO HW
 * In Class-**
 * HW-**

__**7 FEB 2011**__ Define: Delegated Powers- Reserved Powers- Concurrent Powers-
 * WU-**

Define and discuss the federal system Use quizlet.com to define all 15 vocabulary words in Chapter 3. Finish quizlet.com vocabulary
 * In Class-**
 * HW-**

__**3 FEB 2011**__ USE Ch. 3 to DEFINE: popular sovereignty, preamble, majority rule
 * WU-**

Review documents (Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution)
 * In Class-**

The Federal System (define and give examples of each) Delegated (federal) powers

Reserved (state) powers

Concurrent (shared) powers

Use Ch. 3 (page 38) to do the following activity... 1. Pick out ONE example from EACH column. (3 total) 2. Find a picture (online) for each example (3 total) 3. Cut and paste, give the specific power underneath it. (See template attachment as a guide)
 * HW-**

__**1 FEB 2011**__ //**NO SCHOOL / NO HW**//

__**28 JAN 2011**__ Define the following: 1. Census- 2. Delegate- 3. Compromise-
 * WU-**

Review Chapter 2 information for test.
 * In Class-**

//Chapter 2 Test//

__**26 JAN 2011**__ READ "American Biography-James Madison" (p. 29) and ANSWER the following: 1. Describe his background. 2. Why is he called "The Father of the Constitution"?
 * WU-**

Review types of government, census, small states (NJ plan) vs. large states (VA plan) plans We went to the computer lab to print our "Declaration of Education"
 * In Class-**

To finish typing "Declaration of Education" for next class.
 * HW-**

__**24 JAN 2011**__ 1. What is a delegate? 2. Who were federalists? anti-federalists? 3. Give an example of two people compromising. 4. What was one big problem with the Articles of Confederation? (please go over these after they do them on their own)
 * WU**-

Find the 5 W's of the Constitutional Convention (Chapter 2, Section3): Who- What- When- Where- Why-
 * In Class work-**
 * after giving them time to work on it, please go over as a class

(Look at the end of the chapter question area...on a separate piece of paper -have the students create their own "Declaration of Education") It should have 3 rights they believe they should have and defend/explain why for each AND 3 responsibilities they should have and why.
 * HW**- (If not finished in class)

__**20 JAN 2011**__ Page 34 "Applying the Skill" 1,2,3
 * WU**-

Review Articles of Confederation (positives/negatives) Use your book to define the 11 terms found in Chapter 2 -sections 1 and 2 Pick 2 of these vocabulary words -Use one in a sentence and Use one in a picture or image/drawing
 * In Class-**

Finish the in class work above (if not completed during class time) __**18 JAN 2011**__ 1. What is the purpose of government? 2. Describe what life would be like without any rules or laws.
 * HW**-
 * WU-**

Make a list of the rules and laws that you follow...from the moment you get up until you go to sleep at night.
 * In Class-**

Together we read, discussed and took notes on the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation.

Make a t-chart of the positives (+) and negatives (-) of the Articles of Confederation.
 * HW-**

__**13 JAN 2011**__ 1-READ "Smaller Families" and "Changing Roles" (pages 16/17) AND 2-WRITE 1fact from each reading.
 * WU-**

Finished Citizenship video and handout. Discussed results from the citizenship test we took last class.
 * In Class-**

Critical Thinking (page 19) ANSWER 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
 * HW-**

__**11 JAN 2011**__ Read pages 12-13 and answer question #1 from the book AND this question: 2. What could you do to help YOUR community?
 * WU**-

Pick 2 words from 1-3
 * In Class-**
 * Use one word in a sentence correctly
 * Draw a picture of what the other word LOOKS like to you

Take this citizenship test and print out the results: []

Finish Ch.1, Section 3 vocabulary (put on quizlet.com) AND the 2 words from 1-3 activity if not completed yet.
 * HW-**

__**7 JAN 2011**__
 * WU-**see the attachment:

Here are the notes we took on U.S. Citizenship requirements: __ Requirements to become a U.S. citize n __ -born USA or green card -graduate from high school -have to have citizenship -need a passport -speak English or Spanish -have to go to school -can’t be a criminal -social security card -18 to vote || THE BOOK SAYS: -Native-born *born in U.S. state, territory -Naturalization Read and write, Support themselves not be a criminal or carry a disease 1. Declare intent to be a citizen 2. Petition to be a citizen (after 5 years of living in U.S. or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen) 3. Exam – proves that they can read, write, speak English -knows U.S. government/history -prove good moral conduct 4. Final hearing -take an oath and given a certificate ||
 * In Class-**
 * YOU GUYS SAY:

Go to quizlet.com and create a vocabulary list of the 9 **BOLD** words found in Chapter 1, Section 3 (pages 11-17). Print off the copy with your name in the subject line...it will be turned in on Tuesday, 11 JAN.
 * HW-**

__**5 JAN 2011**__
 * WU-**On your warm sheet, answer this question: "What does government do?"

We went over the course outline/syllabus
 * In Class-**

Discussed what government does/does not do. Listed and defined the different kinds of governments: Theocracy- Oligarchy-
 * Absolute Monarchy-
 * Democracy-
 * Dictatorship-

1-Turn in the bottom portion of the course outline SIGNED by YOU and YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN. 2-USE PAGE 21 TO DEFINE THE VOCABULARY ABOVE THAT HAVE A * NEXT IT.
 * HW-**2 PARTS

= 27 FEB 2015 - FRIDAY = = 5th HOUR =

Page 130 "Applying the Skill" ANSWER 1,2,3
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - (if not turned in last class) Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * In Class- **

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (TEXTBOOKS)

Judicial Branch - Rights / Court Cases (TEXTBOOKS)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= 26 FEB 2015 - THURSDAY = = 5th HOUR =

READ page 130 "American Biography: Thurgood Marshall" ANSWER 1. Give 2 facts about his background and experience. 2. What do you think helped him to be chosen for a Supreme Court justice position? Explain.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

(if not turned in last class) Executive Branch Scavenger Hunt - Part 2

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt (IMC laptops)

Judicial Branch Scavenger Hunt
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= =

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= =

= = = = = TUESDAY - 15 MAR 2016 = READ "The Affluenza Defense..." RESPOND to questions 1,5,7,8
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Chapter 16 Vocabulary List //
 * In Class- **

Law and Order - "Trust" (COMPLETE this video companion while watching):

// *Chapter 16 TEST - FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2016 //
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

(Do this on WED 16 MAR)

= WEDNESDAY - 16 MAR 2016 = = 5th HOUR =

READ Clarence Gideon (pages 296-297) to answer: 1. Why was Clarence Gideon arrested? 2. How is this a landmark case? Provide evidence. 3. Which of Gideon's constitutional rights were violated?
 * WU- **

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrcTqx3t8Gg E of L DUE -
 * In Class- **

FINISH: Law and Order - "Trust" (COMPLETE this video companion while watching):

(w/ your textbook) __Plea Bargaining__ (define)-

__ Punishing Lawbreakers __ -Imprisonment -Parole -Capital Punishment

What is "juvenile crime"?

What are SIX causes of juvenile crime?

READ: "Life Prison Sentences for Minors Divide Court" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/11/09/AR2009110900702.html ANSWER: 2,3,4,5,6

cnnstudentnews.com (16 MAR 2016) Answer these questions: 1. 2.  3.

(w/ your textbook) __Plea Bargaining__ (define)-
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__ Punishing Lawbreakers __ -Imprisonment -Parole -Capital Punishment

What is "juvenile crime"?

What are SIX causes of juvenile crime?


 * // STUDY* //**
 * // *Chapter 16 TEST - FRIDAY 18 MARCH 2016 //**

WU (you) Third Parties One Party

FINISH Video

__PART 3 "Where Do I Fit?"__ Google doc: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=sites&srcid=ZGVmYXVsdGRvbWFpbnxtcnNqb2huc29uc2Npdmljc3xneDozZWQxZmQ4NTBiMmIyYTk0 OR from handout:

Part 3 - LINK 1 http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php Quiz 2 - LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology Quiz 3 - LINK: http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

= WEDNESDAY - 30 MARCH 2016 = USE pages 188-189 "Third Parties" to ANSWER 1. Name FOUR or more 3rd Party candidates of the past. 2. What could be the potential effects of having 3rd party candidates run for president? 3. Provide a couple of reasons why you think 3rd party candidates have not done better in past presidential elections.
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - __// "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses (2,4,8) //__
 * In Class- **

FINISH Video- Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process

"Quizzes 1,2,3"

//Part 3: Where Do I Fit?:// Quiz 1: World's Smallest Political Quiz LINK: http://www.theadvocates.org/quiz/quiz.php

//Quiz 2// LINK: http://www.selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=ideology

//Quiz 3// LINK: http://selectsmart.com/president/2012.html/

This is your brain on... http://money.cnn.com/2016/03/26/media/donald-trump-brain-waves-study/index.html
 * if time allows...

cnnstudentnews.com (30 APRIL 2016)

__(COMPLETED IN CLASS)__ 1/2 sheet video handout; "Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process"
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

__(COMPLETED IN CLASS)__ "Quizzes 1,2,3"
 * links are above

__(ON YOUR OWN - DUE FRIDAY 1 APRIL)__ Create Your Own Political Party! -on a blank sheet of paper 1. Put NAME / LOGO / SLOGAN of your political part in center on 1 side 2. On each on the 4 sides - write down the 4 planks or main things your party stands for 3. On the back or inside - Give a detailed explanation of each plank AND Describe how you would campaign/get your name and political party out there in the public

SEE EXAMPLES:

NAME/LOGO/SLOGAN - on each side write an issue (plank) that your party believes in. PLANKS = 4 TOTAL

NAME & EXPLAIN each plank on side 2 UNDERNEATH that ...How are you going to campaign/get the message out? What would you do to attract support for your party name and party objectives (party goals)? -Provide 3 ways you would do this.

= FRIDAY - 1 APRIL 2016 = WATCH: "How The Electoral College Works." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUS9mM8Xbbw&index=13&list=PLC1C0D3F2BA472F62&feature=iv&src_vid=7wC42HgLA4k&annotation_id=annotation_572578 ANSWER: -What are 3 things about the Electoral College you learned from the video?
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" responses // // Create Your Own Political Party! platform //
 * In Class- **

READ pages 202-203 "The Electoral College"

PLAY "Win The White House" @ icivics.org

https://www.icivics.org/games/win-white-house

[]

Chapter 10 "Electing Leaders" TEST
 * In Class- **

= TUESDAY - 29 MARCH 2016 =
 * 5th HOUR **


 * WU- **

USE pages 191-192 "Political Party Finances" and "Public Financing"

to ANSWER

1. Why is running for political office so expensive?

2. Describe some of the concerns with large campaign contributions.

3. What are 2 things that the Federal Election Campaign Act has addressed?


 * In Class- **

E of L DUE -

__// Chapter 10 Vocabulary Test //__

What are the limits to private and corporate contributions to candidates?

How much did President Obama and Mitt Romney spend on their campaigns back in 2012?

FINISH

Video-

Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process

Video link:

Video Companion:



This is your brain on...

http://money.cnn.com/2016/03/26/media/donald-trump-brain-waves-study/index.html

cnnstudentnews.com (29 MARCH 2016)


 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

READ

"What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?"



ANSWER:

#2, #4, #8

cnnstudentnews.com (29 MARCH 2016)

READ "What If Everyone In America Had To Vote?" ANSWER: #2, #4, #8
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66f4-NKEYz4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouXbD7f5xmU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzmR_FdRBlw-B -

= MONDAY - 27 MARCH 2017 =
 * 5th HOUR **


 * WU- **

WATCH and IN YOUR NOTEBOOK:
 * In Class- **

FIND the PURPOSE and DIFFERENCES between

Adult and Juvenile court. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRXKIZTKJ-w

another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

__ You be the jury! __ ...Evidence of:

-PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each -Arrest to Sentencing -Bill of Rights

cnnstudentnews.com

1. ANSWER Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5 2. What are some causes to juvenile crime? 3. How would you solve juvenile crime? Are there some ideas you have or programs that would help?
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

= TUESDAY 28 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =


 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Page 307 "Vocabulary Workshop" #5 and // // Friday's question #2 and #3 //
 * In Class- **

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)



cnnstudentnews.com

Chapter 16 Test (w/ textbook and ON YOUR OWN)
 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Chapter 16 Vocabulary Test (1st 19 terms)

= WEDNESDAY - 29 MARCH 2017 = = 5th HOUR =

READ "On The Campaign Trail" (pages 192-193) ANSWER 1,2
 * WU- **

E of L DUE - // Questions 1,2,3 (from 11 NOV 2016 E of L) //
 * In Class- **

another form of deterrant... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4O4f6FKYyc

President Washington's Farewell Address http://www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/washingtons-farewell-address

-his advice -how are we doing?

Purpose and Role of Political Parties

Chapter 10 - Electing Leaders

Political Party Scavenger Hunt (DO PAGES 1 and 2)

__ PART 1 links: __ LINK 1 []

LINK 2 []

LINK 3 *Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle) []

LINK 4 []

__ PART 2 links: __ LINK 1 []

LINK 2 []

cnnstudentnews.com

Video-

Federal Government: Electing a President: The Process

Video link:

Video Companion:




 * Evidence of Learning (E of L)- **

Political Party Scavenger Hunt


 * (DO PAGE 1 ONLY) **



__ PART 1 links: __

LINK 1

[]

LINK 2

[]

LINK 3

*Use this new link when you get to the #|Republican National Committee part (#|Step 2, #2 near the middle)

[]

LINK 4

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__ PART 2 links: __

LINK 1

[]

LINK 2

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__ FINISH __

"You be the Jury!"

...LOOK for evidence of:

-PHASES of the trial...what's happening at each?

-Arrest to Sentencing (blank template of 6 steps)

-Bill of Rights (4,5,6,7,8...)