Semester Final Test!!!!!!- May 22 & 23
The semester test will be Thursday and Friday, May 22nd and 23rd. It will be given over two days because of the length. Juniors will take the test with the seniors. However, if juniors are gone that day, they can make it up on the original test day, June 6th. The final is worth 200 points which is equivalent to 2 tests. The test will be 100 questions from the United States Citizenship test. It will be short answer and fill in the blank with NO multiple choice! There is a study guide with what to expect from the test. It lists the questions students will see as well as answers they should include.
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Chapter 23 Test- May 16
The test over chapter 23 will be Friday, the 16th of May. It will cover sections 1, 2, 3 & 4 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 23 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
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It is the responsibility of the student to schedule make-ups for tests missed!
Chapter 23 Guided Reading- Due May 16
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
Chapter 23 Vocabulary- Due May 16
Students need to go through the vocab sheet and write out definitions and information regarding the events and words from the Vocabulary Sheet. This will be graded and will be a big help for studying for the test.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
Entrance Slip 10- May 15
Pick someone who you think would make a good president. Why did you choose this person?
What qualities do they have that would make them a good leader for this country?
What qualities do they have that would make them a good leader for this country?
Chapter 22 Test- May 6
The test over chapter 22 will be Tuesday, the 6th of May. It will cover sections 1 & 2 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 22 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
Chapter 22 Guided Reading- Due May 6
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
Chapter 22 Vocabulary- Due May 6
Students need to go through the vocab sheet and write out definitions and information regarding the events and words from the Vocabulary Sheet. This will be graded and will be a big help for studying for the test.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
US Role Blog- Due May 5
*This assignment can be completed by going to the Blog Assignments page of this website.
Entrance Slip 9- Due April 24
Do you think it is fair for colleges to take race into consideration when accepting or denying student applicants?
Explain your thoughts in at least 6 sentences.
Explain your thoughts in at least 6 sentences.
Chapter 4 Test- April 23
The test over chapter three will be Wednesday, the 23rd of April. It will cover sections 1, 2, & 3 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 4 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
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It is the responsibility of the student to schedule make-ups for tests missed!
Chapter 4 Vocab- Due April 23
Students need to go through the vocab sheet and write out definitions and information regarding the events and words from the Vocabulary Sheet. This will be graded and will be a big help for studying for the test.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
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Chapter 4 Guided Reading- Due April 23
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
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Letter to Politician- Due April 22
Students will need to write a letter to their representative Bruce Braley concerning a topic or issue of their choice. One popular issue that is of growing interest is the situation happening in Ukraine along with U.S. and Russian relations.
A proper political letter covers 4 main points which should be included in the letter.
1. Who are you and what is the issue you are writing about? Start off by introducing yourself, indicate that you are a constituent, as well as writing any other information linking you to them or the issue.
2. What are your points of concern? Use a “hook” and then explain the “problem.” The hook should be a short statement that engages the reader, usually featuring an interesting fact.
3. Why does this issue/bill matter to the U.S.? Give the decision-maker reasons to support the issue. Look beyond the obvious reasons, eliminating poverty alone might not be a persuasive argument. Often, discussing the effect of poverty-reduction on American Jobs, or National Security can be an alternative motivation for the same action.
4. What are your recommendations for action? Ask for something specific, usually in the form of a request to support a specific bill. If possible refer to any legislation by name and number and summarize what it is for.
*The letter must also be in proper formatting as shown in the example attached below.
A proper political letter covers 4 main points which should be included in the letter.
1. Who are you and what is the issue you are writing about? Start off by introducing yourself, indicate that you are a constituent, as well as writing any other information linking you to them or the issue.
2. What are your points of concern? Use a “hook” and then explain the “problem.” The hook should be a short statement that engages the reader, usually featuring an interesting fact.
3. Why does this issue/bill matter to the U.S.? Give the decision-maker reasons to support the issue. Look beyond the obvious reasons, eliminating poverty alone might not be a persuasive argument. Often, discussing the effect of poverty-reduction on American Jobs, or National Security can be an alternative motivation for the same action.
4. What are your recommendations for action? Ask for something specific, usually in the form of a request to support a specific bill. If possible refer to any legislation by name and number and summarize what it is for.
*The letter must also be in proper formatting as shown in the example attached below.
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When the letter is finished, it will need to be printed out and signed to mail.
Entrance Slip 8- Due April 17
A federal judge on Wednesday overturned a North Dakota law banning abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy. North Dakota chose 6 weeks because that is the time a heartbeat can be detected.
What is your stance on abortion? Explain in at least 6 sentences.
What is your stance on abortion? Explain in at least 6 sentences.
Entrance Slip 7- Due April 15
Do you associate yourself with a political party? Why that one? If not, which one do you think you would associate with the most? Republican, Democrat, Independent?
FYI: President Obama is a Democrat and Mitt Romney is a Republican.
Explain why or why not in at least 6 sentences.
FYI: President Obama is a Democrat and Mitt Romney is a Republican.
Explain why or why not in at least 6 sentences.
Close Reading Assignment- Due April 14
This is a close reading activity. Read through a text attached below once to start, and highlight
key parts. Then write down questions as you read through the first
time. Then read through it a second time to see if you notice
anything different or if you can answer any of you questions.
Once you do this, complete the worksheet also attached below.
Once you do this, complete the worksheet also attached below.
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Blog Assignment: National v. State Government- Due April 10
*This assignment can be completed by going to the Blog Assignments page of this website.
Entrance Slip 6- April 9
We discussed how Facebook can affect your life and how you have to be careful. With that said, is it okay for a teacher to be friends with their students on Facebook?
Explain why or why not in at least 6 sentences.
Explain why or why not in at least 6 sentences.
Chapter 3 Test- April 1
The test over chapter three will be Tuesday, the 1st of April. It will cover sections 1, 2, 3, & 4 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 3 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
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It is the responsibility of the student to schedule make-ups for tests missed!
Chapter 3 Guided Reading- Due April 1
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
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Appeal Assignment- Due March 26
Students write an appeal for a court case expressing how they believe one of their rights is being violated. Their argument needs to be primarily based on the Constitution. Students will need to make an argument to present before a court stating why they think a certain law, policy or action is unconstitutional.
There are 3 necessary parts for an appeal to be possible; (1) Issue (2) Facts/Explanation (3) Rationale.
Ø Issue- State the issue or problem. Usually one or two sentences.
Ø Facts/Explanation- Provide implications or facts from the issue. You need evidence to prove your story. A simple explanation of the events that took place will be fine.
Ø Rationale- Most important! Why do you believe this is unconstitutional or impermissible? Back up your opinion on constitutional grounds! Use previous court cases if possible and/or specific sections from the Constitution to provide the basic framework for your appeal.
Students will then be provided with 3 possible appeal topics. They will choose one or create their own and right an appeal using the Constitution to back up their argument.
3 Possible Topics:
Waterloo Community School District enacted a dress code policy. You feel this is a violation of your constitutional rights to express yourself and want to take the district to court to overturn the rule. What is your basis for this belief?
You cracked a joke about Mr. Samuelson so now he doesn't like you. He gets a custodian to open up your locker and finds some illegal and prohibited Cuban cigars. Since tobacco is a banned substance in a school zone, you get suspended. You object! But on what grounds?
You are a part of the school newspaper team. You recently just wrote an opinion article in it describing why you think the recreational use of marijuana should be legal in Iowa. However, before the newspaper can be published, school administration throw out your article and suspend you because your article was “inappropriate”. Can they really do that?
There are 3 necessary parts for an appeal to be possible; (1) Issue (2) Facts/Explanation (3) Rationale.
Ø Issue- State the issue or problem. Usually one or two sentences.
Ø Facts/Explanation- Provide implications or facts from the issue. You need evidence to prove your story. A simple explanation of the events that took place will be fine.
Ø Rationale- Most important! Why do you believe this is unconstitutional or impermissible? Back up your opinion on constitutional grounds! Use previous court cases if possible and/or specific sections from the Constitution to provide the basic framework for your appeal.
Students will then be provided with 3 possible appeal topics. They will choose one or create their own and right an appeal using the Constitution to back up their argument.
3 Possible Topics:
Waterloo Community School District enacted a dress code policy. You feel this is a violation of your constitutional rights to express yourself and want to take the district to court to overturn the rule. What is your basis for this belief?
You cracked a joke about Mr. Samuelson so now he doesn't like you. He gets a custodian to open up your locker and finds some illegal and prohibited Cuban cigars. Since tobacco is a banned substance in a school zone, you get suspended. You object! But on what grounds?
You are a part of the school newspaper team. You recently just wrote an opinion article in it describing why you think the recreational use of marijuana should be legal in Iowa. However, before the newspaper can be published, school administration throw out your article and suspend you because your article was “inappropriate”. Can they really do that?
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Entrance Slip 5- March 12
Do you think students should receive all their constitutional rights in school just as if they are out of school?
Explain in at least 6 sentences.
Use examples.
Explain in at least 6 sentences.
Use examples.
Extra Credit
Students who want some extra credit may write a one page summary of Chapter 2 explaining some of the key points in it and what they learned.
Chapter 3 Vocabulary- Due March 21
Students need to go through the vocab sheet and write out definitions and information regarding the events and words from the Vocabulary Sheet. This will be graded and will be a big help for studying for the test.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
Not all the words or terms will be in the glossary but they are all in the chapter of the book.
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Entrance/Exit Slip 4- March 3
In 1936, Germany hosted the Olympics. In 1939, Hitler invaded Poland and started WWII. Russia just hosted the Olympics and has invaded Crimea. Do you see history repeating itself.
Congress has the lowest approval rating of all three branches. How do you feel about Congress? Do you trust them?
Congress has the lowest approval rating of all three branches. How do you feel about Congress? Do you trust them?
Chapter 2 Test- February 24
The test over chapter two will be Monday, the 24th of February. It will cover sections 1, 2, 3, & 4 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 2 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
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It is the responsibility of the student to schedule make-ups for tests missed!
Chapter 2 Guided Reading- Due February 24
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
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Entrance Slip 3- Due February 13
Were our founding fathers justified in breaking away from Great Britain? If you were them, what would you have done? Explain in at least 6 sentences.
Chapter 2 Vocabulary- Due February 7
Students need to go through the vocab sheet and write out definitions and information regarding the events and words from the Vocabulary Sheet. This will be graded and will be a big help for studying for the test.
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Chapter 1 Test- January 31
The test over chapter one will be Friday, the 31st of January. It will cover sections 1 & 2 of the textbook. Before students may take the test, they must first turn in their Chapter 1 Study Guide, completed or incomplete. The test will include True/False, multiple choice, matching, and also short answer.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
*All homework from the chapter will be due and will not be accepted after the test date.
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It is the responsibility of the student to schedule make-ups for tests missed!
Chapter 1 Guided Reading- Due January 31
The Guided Reading is done together as a class on days where we go over the sections. If a student misses a section where the Guided Reading is covered, it is their responsibility to make up it up by finding the answers in the textbook. At the end of the chapter, students are to turn in the Guided Reading for a grade. It is always due when the chapter test is taken.
Entrance Slip 2- Due January 29
According to the American Bible Society, Waterloo is in the Top 5 for the least Bible-minded cities in America. In your opinion, is this a good thing or a bad thing? Explain your answer in at least 6 sentences.
Citizenship Test- Due January 28
Students should complete the citizenship test below and turn it in for points.
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Entrance Slip- Due January 17
What is an authoritarian government? List some examples.
How do you feel about this semester after your first week so far?
Please respond in at least 6 sentences.
How do you feel about this semester after your first week so far?
Please respond in at least 6 sentences.