I apologize for ending the blog after the midterms--I didn't think anyone liked it and because it's not available at school I didn't get the postings on right away. Thanks to Karla and Ellie for the feedback, and I'll get it going next year.
Final Exam review:
--pay special attention to the questions I asked you in class. Remember, I had the exam, you didn't:)
1. Organize your notebooks. Many of the terms come right from the vocabulary in the book chapters you were supposed to do--Chapters 12, 14, 15, 17, and 20. Review those terms and make sure they're organized in your notebooks. .
2. Concepts to understand:
--know the three branches of government and what they do.
--know the government agencies (the main ones we have discussed--there should be a chart in your notebook and your book)
--know the difference between civil and criminal trials. We discussed the role of the people involved, the role of the burden of proof, and we discussed the goal of the criminal justice system. We discussed your opinions on whether the criminal justice system was supposed to help people get better (reduce recidivism) or just keep them away from society.
--you should know the important names in your government. Especially your President, Vice-President, Chief Justice, Senators, (RI), RI Congressmen, and local town ruler.
--you should be able to talk about the concept of fair labor, job outsourcing, ways to organize effectively to change policies in your community, the economy (and the causes of the current recession), and the connection between national and local government.
--you should be familiar with court vocabulary (which is in those chapters as well)
The four essay choices we discussed in class today (the Walmart movie, the economy, the practical use of Civics and the role of the criminal justice system) should be well-researched with examples either from your research or our class discussions and book selections.
Good luck! Bring all your notes.
You may return your books tomorrow or Friday.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Grades
Most of the exams that are finished are corrected. A few of you need extra time..it's up to you to find that time either before school or during the make up period. If you do not, I will finish correcting your exam and score what you have completed.
Since we have had these cancelled school days, I will keep you posted as to when makeup time is, and when everything (notebooks, finished exams, anything else you owe me) has to be in...
Thank you.
Since we have had these cancelled school days, I will keep you posted as to when makeup time is, and when everything (notebooks, finished exams, anything else you owe me) has to be in...
Thank you.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Period 6F Exam Grades
Many of you needed to finish. I will post these tonight whether you are finished or not. If you are not finished, I will write "finish" in your space. One person needs to take this exam. Find me as soon as possible.
Period 7F Exam Grades
14.
15. finish
16.
17.
18.
19. finish
20. finish
21. 78 (finish 2nd essay—not graded yet)
22. finish
23. 83
24. 94
25.
26. 90
27. 69
29. 82
28. finish
30. 96
32. 63
33. 83
34. 75
31. finish
35. 95
Some of you did not put a test number in the space. You have no grade posted. One person was absent and needs to find me as soon as possible to start taking the exam. The end.
15. finish
16.
17.
18.
19. finish
20. finish
21. 78 (finish 2nd essay—not graded yet)
22. finish
23. 83
24. 94
25.
26. 90
27. 69
29. 82
28. finish
30. 96
32. 63
33. 83
34. 75
31. finish
35. 95
Some of you did not put a test number in the space. You have no grade posted. One person was absent and needs to find me as soon as possible to start taking the exam. The end.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
More Vocab
checks and balances--the three branches of government have equal power, and each balances out the other. Therefore, none can get more powerful than the other (in theory).
suffrage--the right to vote
impeach--to accuse an elected official of crimes or impropriety.
amendments--changes to the Constitution
Federalists: Anti-Federalists
Washington Jefferson
Madison
Hamilton
Delegated powers--powers given to Congress
bicameral--two sections. Congress is bicameral because it has two parts--Senate and House of Representatives.
If I forgot to add any of the terms, or you have a question, please post a comment or email me directly @ dcaseyrowe@gmail.com
suffrage--the right to vote
impeach--to accuse an elected official of crimes or impropriety.
amendments--changes to the Constitution
Federalists: Anti-Federalists
Washington Jefferson
Madison
Hamilton
Delegated powers--powers given to Congress
bicameral--two sections. Congress is bicameral because it has two parts--Senate and House of Representatives.
If I forgot to add any of the terms, or you have a question, please post a comment or email me directly @ dcaseyrowe@gmail.com
Monday, January 5, 2009
Any more review questions?
I used the old review sheet when posting--I had added more vocab words. I feel sad that I left them on my desk. I can post them tomorrow, but if you have any emergency vocab needs or questions, please post a comment or send an email: dcaseyrowe@gmail.com.
Tomorrow: Bring your notebooks and all your papers from your locker, your jean pockets, etc... over the next few days we will organize notebooks, check notebooks for the 2nd quarter grade, and finish answering the review sheet questions.
Tomorrow: Bring your notebooks and all your papers from your locker, your jean pockets, etc... over the next few days we will organize notebooks, check notebooks for the 2nd quarter grade, and finish answering the review sheet questions.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Midterm Review Sheet Part 2: The questions
I am now editing this post to include answers. How cool is that? Disclaimer: These items do not limit what I can ask on this exam.
What are the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the United States?
A: Rights: right to freedom, right to make a decent living, right to life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness
Responsibilities: Vote, pay taxes, serve in the army or defend the nation if necessary, aid in promoting the common good
What is the “common good?”
A: The common good is anything that is for the benefit of society in general. For example, you may not like to pay taxes because it takes away your money, but it's good for everyone to have roads, schools, hospitals and other things that may receive tax money--hence, taxes are for the common good. (Sarcastic comment: In theory anyway)
Democracy was not something dreamed up by Thomas Jefferson after eating a bad lot of his macaroni and cheese. It was founded in ideas from several earlier governments, including Greece, Rome, France, and England. Explain some of the ideas America borrowed from earlier governments, including ideas about citizenry, voting, and freedoms.
A: This question requires me to write a book. You may want to mention the origins of early democracy in Athenian Greece and the Roman Empire. Then, you can talk about the expansion of the rights of the people with the Magna Carta in England, and the ideas of "life, liberty, and equality," as arrived from France. Remember, most of the Founding Fathers had some direct connection with France, and that was the cool place to be in those days... there was definitely some ideas transferring back and forth.
What was the Magna Carta, and how did it come to be written? [Magna Carta trivia—a copy was just sold by H. Ross Perot and was bought by a fellow American Citizen to be placed in the National Archives. Who bought it, and how much was paid—this trivia could help you on your exam].
A: The Magna Carta, or "Great Charter," was the first major document to limit the power of the king--well, there was actually one that preceded this, the "Charter of Liberties" in 1100 that King Henry I voluntarily wrote to describe his powers. However, the Magna Carta was not voluntary. King John was forced to sign it in 1215, as his barons were afraid of overpowerful kings. It described taxation, the succession of the king (who came next) and of the Church (the Church of England) and took away the unlimited power of the king. The Constitution of the United States is based on this document.
How does one become a citizen of the United States? Draw a diagram/flow chart or write a paragraph to explain.
A: To become a citizen of the United States, you can be born in the US or on a US military base. You can also be born abroad but have an American parent. If you have to apply, then you will fill out the necessary paperwork and applications, then you must wait. You will go through an examination and an interview, then you will take an oath of citizenship. This is a textbook answer. The truth is that we will spend much more time discussing this issue second half of the year. It has become an extremely difficult issue for many people, and deserves much more time and discussion.
Compare the Articles of Confederation with the Constitution. Which did not work and why?
A: The Articles of Confederation were much weaker than the Constitution. They did not work because they did not give the Federal Government much power. Most people identified themselves with their states, and did not want one king replaced with an American king. So, they were a "confederation" which means that they would be associated but retain their own identity. The states could make their own treaties, trade agreements, money... it was very confusing when it came to paying back war debts, organizing trade, and deciding major issues that needed to be agreed upon. The Constitution solved those problems by giving the Federal government some real power, but balancing the state power as well by creating representation based on population in the House of Representatives and giving each state equal representation in the Senate. Also, it created limitations for power, gave individuals rights, and created a system of checks and balances so nobody could get out of control with their power.
What are the qualifications for those seeking the office of President of the United States? Explain how one or two candidates on your short list (the list of those you like) meet the qualifications and would make a good President.
A: This is an opinion question. You can't get it wrong unless you pick someone who is not qualified. To be President, you must be at least 35 years old, a natural born citizen of the US and have lived here for 14 years (so, you can't be a citizen who moved to another country and has only been back 3 years).
List three social institutions in society help people to become good citizens.
A: Pick any of the social institutions: church, family, work, school, clubs, organizations...
Discuss at least two of the Founding Fathers plans for creating a government of the United States (for example, Madison’s ideas…). What were the problems that the states had with some of the original plans and how were they resolved?
A: This answer could also be a book. Check yours and earlier notes for more details. You might discuss Washington and Madison's Federalist ideas, or Jefferson's desire to retain his freedoms. You could also discuss the compromises that went into making the Constitution, like the Great Compromise, the 3/5's compromise, or any issue that went into forming the union.
Explain the difference between the Federalists and the Anti-federalists at the time of the founding of the United States.
A: Federalists: Believed in a strong union with a federal gov't that had power. George Washington, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton... see the notes on this subject for more details.
Anti-Federalists: were afraid of a federal gov't with too much power. Thomas Jefferson, who wrote the Declaration of Independence was an anti-federalist.
Be able to use your Constitution to answer questions that may be posed about rights, interpretations, and qualifications for elected offices. Don't forget to review your Bill of Rights.
A: I will ask you what you can and can't do according to the Constitution, will ask you to look up things in the Bill of Rights, and other Constitutional trivia questions. You may use your Constitution if you bring it.
Make sure you bring your book. If you don't have it, you can't use your Constitution.
What are the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the United States?
A: Rights: right to freedom, right to make a decent living, right to life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness
Responsibilities: Vote, pay taxes, serve in the army or defend the nation if necessary, aid in promoting the common good
What is the “common good?”
A: The common good is anything that is for the benefit of society in general. For example, you may not like to pay taxes because it takes away your money, but it's good for everyone to have roads, schools, hospitals and other things that may receive tax money--hence, taxes are for the common good. (Sarcastic comment: In theory anyway)
Democracy was not something dreamed up by Thomas Jefferson after eating a bad lot of his macaroni and cheese. It was founded in ideas from several earlier governments, including Greece, Rome, France, and England. Explain some of the ideas America borrowed from earlier governments, including ideas about citizenry, voting, and freedoms.
A: This question requires me to write a book. You may want to mention the origins of early democracy in Athenian Greece and the Roman Empire. Then, you can talk about the expansion of the rights of the people with the Magna Carta in England, and the ideas of "life, liberty, and equality," as arrived from France. Remember, most of the Founding Fathers had some direct connection with France, and that was the cool place to be in those days... there was definitely some ideas transferring back and forth.
What was the Magna Carta, and how did it come to be written? [Magna Carta trivia—a copy was just sold by H. Ross Perot and was bought by a fellow American Citizen to be placed in the National Archives. Who bought it, and how much was paid—this trivia could help you on your exam].
A: The Magna Carta, or "Great Charter," was the first major document to limit the power of the king--well, there was actually one that preceded this, the "Charter of Liberties" in 1100 that King Henry I voluntarily wrote to describe his powers. However, the Magna Carta was not voluntary. King John was forced to sign it in 1215, as his barons were afraid of overpowerful kings. It described taxation, the succession of the king (who came next) and of the Church (the Church of England) and took away the unlimited power of the king. The Constitution of the United States is based on this document.
How does one become a citizen of the United States? Draw a diagram/flow chart or write a paragraph to explain.
A: To become a citizen of the United States, you can be born in the US or on a US military base. You can also be born abroad but have an American parent. If you have to apply, then you will fill out the necessary paperwork and applications, then you must wait. You will go through an examination and an interview, then you will take an oath of citizenship. This is a textbook answer. The truth is that we will spend much more time discussing this issue second half of the year. It has become an extremely difficult issue for many people, and deserves much more time and discussion.
Compare the Articles of Confederation with the Constitution. Which did not work and why?
A: The Articles of Confederation were much weaker than the Constitution. They did not work because they did not give the Federal Government much power. Most people identified themselves with their states, and did not want one king replaced with an American king. So, they were a "confederation" which means that they would be associated but retain their own identity. The states could make their own treaties, trade agreements, money... it was very confusing when it came to paying back war debts, organizing trade, and deciding major issues that needed to be agreed upon. The Constitution solved those problems by giving the Federal government some real power, but balancing the state power as well by creating representation based on population in the House of Representatives and giving each state equal representation in the Senate. Also, it created limitations for power, gave individuals rights, and created a system of checks and balances so nobody could get out of control with their power.
What are the qualifications for those seeking the office of President of the United States? Explain how one or two candidates on your short list (the list of those you like) meet the qualifications and would make a good President.
A: This is an opinion question. You can't get it wrong unless you pick someone who is not qualified. To be President, you must be at least 35 years old, a natural born citizen of the US and have lived here for 14 years (so, you can't be a citizen who moved to another country and has only been back 3 years).
List three social institutions in society help people to become good citizens.
A: Pick any of the social institutions: church, family, work, school, clubs, organizations...
Discuss at least two of the Founding Fathers plans for creating a government of the United States (for example, Madison’s ideas…). What were the problems that the states had with some of the original plans and how were they resolved?
A: This answer could also be a book. Check yours and earlier notes for more details. You might discuss Washington and Madison's Federalist ideas, or Jefferson's desire to retain his freedoms. You could also discuss the compromises that went into making the Constitution, like the Great Compromise, the 3/5's compromise, or any issue that went into forming the union.
Explain the difference between the Federalists and the Anti-federalists at the time of the founding of the United States.
A: Federalists: Believed in a strong union with a federal gov't that had power. George Washington, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton... see the notes on this subject for more details.
Anti-Federalists: were afraid of a federal gov't with too much power. Thomas Jefferson, who wrote the Declaration of Independence was an anti-federalist.
Be able to use your Constitution to answer questions that may be posed about rights, interpretations, and qualifications for elected offices. Don't forget to review your Bill of Rights.
A: I will ask you what you can and can't do according to the Constitution, will ask you to look up things in the Bill of Rights, and other Constitutional trivia questions. You may use your Constitution if you bring it.
Make sure you bring your book. If you don't have it, you can't use your Constitution.
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