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29
Nov
2008
Test Review
Our test review for this unit will not be ‘typical.’
We’re going to use several activities combined together to create an excellent review.
However, if you miss the review day (11/24) it will be more difficult. Here is a copy of what we will do in class.
The test will be on 12/2
Those of you who fell behind, or missed something, may use this also in order to catch up.
Interactive Test Review (.doc format)
In addition, please use the PowerPoints that I have provided on this website! You can find them at this link.
Finally. Take the time to define and understand the following terms and concepts:
Electoral Votes
Session
Trustee
Partisian
Politico
Gerrymandering
Apportionment
Constituents
Veto
Filibuster
Cloture Rule
The hopper
Rules Committee
Speaker of the House
President pro tempore
Majority Whip
Majority Leader
Ways and Means Committee
Pork-barreling
Franking privilege
Interest group
Lobbyist
Executive order
Signing statement
Good luck – have a Happy Thanksgiving!
28
Nov
2008
27
Nov
2008
Happy Thanksgiving
Have a blessed and enjoyable Thanksgiving!
After you’ve watched some parades, eaten some turkey, watched some football, and taken a nap – set some time aside to study for your test on Tuesday!
Best of luck
26
Nov
2008
What the Election Would Look Like if it Was Decided by: [Fill In the Blank]
This is a pretty neat site that shows us what the Electoral Map would have looked like this year if only women voted, or men, or people over 65, etc, etc, etc.
The information is of little practical use – but it’s quite fascinating for you Government junkies!
Click here for: Hypothetical Election Maps!
According to CNN exit polls, this is what the map would have looked like if voters 65 and older decided the election.
It’s too bad for McCain that all those voters under 65 showed up! (kidding)
21
Nov
2008
Congressional Homework: Windowpanes
What did you think of our congressional simulation? Have your opinions about Congress changed?
Here is a summary of your homework due next class. Take some time to make this nice – I’d like to show them off to people around the classroom/school/district.
In each box, illustrate the answer using as few words as possible. Make sure that the average person can understand your drawing (without you there to explain it!) Try to put all of the complexity you would put into your writing into your drawings.
Divide your paper into six equally sized boxes and fill them in with graphic illustrations as follows in the table below:
|
YOU |
The issue you care most about |
| The BEST thing about Congress | The WORST thing about Congress |
| The greatest problem facing the United States | What should be done about the greatest problem facing the United States |
Remember, the issue you care most about may actually not the the greatest problem facing the United States right now! Take some time with this fun assignment – don’t slack on it – and you’ll enjoy it.