American Issues Midterm Review
Know the historical significance/position/party of the following people: Thurgood Marshall, William Rehnquist, Sandra Day O’Connor, Nancy Pelosi, Robert Byrd, George Voinovich, Sherrod Brown, Steven LaTourette Geraldine Ferraro., Howard Dean., Dick Cheney, Gerald Ford, Nelson Rockefellor, Ross Perot.
Know all 9 current Supreme Court members
Identify the Chief Justice.
The role of the states in the redistricting process.
The role of the Census Bureau in the redistricting process
The role of the party in the redistricting process
Leadership structure in the House and Senate- No names beyond Speaker of the House and President Pro-Tempore.
Basic powers of congress
Significance of the election of 1800 and 1796
The 12th, 22nd and 25th Amendments.
Role of the states in the Electoral college- Winner take all etc.
Criticisms of the Electoral College
Benefits of the Electoral College
Proposed solutions to the Electoral College
Role of the states in the primary election
Super Tuesday
Iowa Caucus
New Hampshire Primary
Types of party systems
Types of minor parties
Barriers to 3rd party success
Theories on the origins of government
Requirements to be a “state”
Friday, December 19, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
History in Film: Gattaca
Gattaca
Essay should be roughly 3 pages double spaced and contain an opening paragraph with a thesis statement. Due 12/12/08
Select one of the two following options:
1. The caption of the movie reads: "There Is No Gene for The Human Spirit". Describe what this means in the context of Vincent's struggle to overcome his perceived genetic disadvantages. Is nature (DNA) more important than nurture (home environment) in determining whether a person will be successful or not. Defend you answer.
2. Genetic screening for some diseases already exists - children are tested for many diseases at birth. It is conceivable that the number and scope of testing of newborns may broaden in the future. Do you think that newborns should be tested for other traits, such as alcoholism, heart problems, or even intelligence? If tests can be performed on a newborn or even an adult, who has the right to your genetic information - do employers, do spouses, and do insurance companies have the right to your profile. Defend your position.
Essay should be roughly 3 pages double spaced and contain an opening paragraph with a thesis statement. Due 12/12/08
Select one of the two following options:
1. The caption of the movie reads: "There Is No Gene for The Human Spirit". Describe what this means in the context of Vincent's struggle to overcome his perceived genetic disadvantages. Is nature (DNA) more important than nurture (home environment) in determining whether a person will be successful or not. Defend you answer.
2. Genetic screening for some diseases already exists - children are tested for many diseases at birth. It is conceivable that the number and scope of testing of newborns may broaden in the future. Do you think that newborns should be tested for other traits, such as alcoholism, heart problems, or even intelligence? If tests can be performed on a newborn or even an adult, who has the right to your genetic information - do employers, do spouses, and do insurance companies have the right to your profile. Defend your position.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
American Issues Honors Assignment: Due 10/10.
Go to Realclearpolitics.com and read two articles: "Wall Street 101 and O'bama's temperament proves the right stuff."
How does each of these articles deal with the underlying issue of "class war" and how may it affect this presidential election?
How does each of these articles deal with the underlying issue of "class war" and how may it affect this presidential election?
American Isues Assignment: Not Honors
Due: October 24th- Historical Outline of your social issue.
Each group must complete an outline regarding the history of their topic. Included in the outline should be at least:
4 relevant laws or other legislative acts pertaining to your issue -Past to present
A discussion of social movements associated with your topic no matter how small
A review of at least 4 Supreme Court cases related to your topic.
Please word process your outline. The more detailed your outline the better.
You can find past and present legislation at the U.S. House of Representatives web site at www. house.gov/ and use the "thomas search" engine.
Findlaw.com has a good database of Supreme Court decisions. Make sure you specifify "supreme court" decisions in the search bar.
Each group must complete an outline regarding the history of their topic. Included in the outline should be at least:
4 relevant laws or other legislative acts pertaining to your issue -Past to present
A discussion of social movements associated with your topic no matter how small
A review of at least 4 Supreme Court cases related to your topic.
Please word process your outline. The more detailed your outline the better.
You can find past and present legislation at the U.S. House of Representatives web site at www. house.gov/ and use the "thomas search" engine.
Findlaw.com has a good database of Supreme Court decisions. Make sure you specifify "supreme court" decisions in the search bar.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
History in Film paper requirements
Each of you needs to complete two papers by the semesters end that pertains to one of the sections the course is broken down. You can find your paper prompt in your syllabus under the appropriate section. Remember; you must have one completed by the end of the quarter.
Paper Requirements:
Each paper must be at least 5-7 pages double spaced. Please boldface your thesis statement and organize your paper to support your thesis. You must use at least 3 primary sources for your paper. Please include a bibliography with your paper. Please make every effort to address the paper prompt and not ramble about something not relevant to the topic.
Paper Requirements:
Each paper must be at least 5-7 pages double spaced. Please boldface your thesis statement and organize your paper to support your thesis. You must use at least 3 primary sources for your paper. Please include a bibliography with your paper. Please make every effort to address the paper prompt and not ramble about something not relevant to the topic.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
History in Film
If you were a soldier during the Vietnam War, would you be more likely to follow Sgt Barnes, or Sgt Ellias? Explain you answer. Also, do you feel that Charlie Sheens character was justified in "Fraggin" (killing) Sgt Barnes? Explain your answer.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Inclass assignment on 9/12
If you were absent from class on 9/12 (Friday) we had an inclass assignment. Please see me to get the assignment.
Square State Due 9/18
A note on square state. You will only be able to make 16 republican districts max.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
American Issues Honors: Classifying govts
Due 9/10
Classify your assigned sovereign state by determing its type (unitary or federal) and style (presidential or parliamentary). Also discuss the type of democracy (if any) found in your state. Be sure to support your findings and use only that country's constitution as a resource.
2-4 pages double spaced/word processed.
Include a thesis statement and address only the requirements of the paper.
Please post questions on the blog if you wish.
Classify your assigned sovereign state by determing its type (unitary or federal) and style (presidential or parliamentary). Also discuss the type of democracy (if any) found in your state. Be sure to support your findings and use only that country's constitution as a resource.
2-4 pages double spaced/word processed.
Include a thesis statement and address only the requirements of the paper.
Please post questions on the blog if you wish.
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