HW 9/28

WH: STUDY, STUDY, STUDY.....Test on Oct 5th.

GOV'T: Complete the two charts given for pages 189-198. Remember, keep it simple. Don't complicate it. Pick out what is the most important and summarize!

There has been a lot of interesting news out there recently...make sure you pick a good one for your journal! :)

BONUS OPPORTUNITY

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6107339

This is a transcript of Ahmadinejad's speech to the UN in New York. Read through the speech. Find three things that you believe he is correct in saying and three things you believe are wrong. Don't forget to back-up your opinions.
REQUIREMENTS TO GET BONUS POINTS:
--Print out copy of transcript to attach to what you write
--At least three paragraphs
--Turn in by Monday Sept. 28th

If you can't open the link, e-mail me -- jennifer@gmcaga.com.

HW 8/23

WH: Finish your Roman Achievement Chart
Gov't: Decide what activity you want to do for How a Bill Becomes Law Quiz--EMAIL ME IF YOU NEED HELP OR SUGGESTIONS!!!

HW 9/16

World History: Tests must be signed by Monday! Don't forget! Also, read through the short section on the Punic Wars and answer the questions assigned. Journal is also due.

Government: Journals are due. Please have your House leadership completed. If you are still having issues finding them, consider googling their titles. For example, google Majority Leader, Majority Whip, etc. It pulls the information you need right up! Read through Ch. 5 Sec 5. There will be a fill in the blank quiz on Monday. You should also research your committee. Be prepared to share your findings with the class.

Don't forget to start working on your VFW papers. They are due on Oct. 23rd.

HW 9/14

Hi Guys!

Hope things are going well with you!

WH HW: Complete the Gov't section of your outline using the brown book.

Gov't HW: Read through the Senate section of Chapter 5. Also, research the House of Rep's leadership....WHO ARE THEY? Try using.... http://www.house.gov/

Please don't hesitate to e-mail if you need help!

9/11

HI! Just wanted to remind you to look back today on what happened several years ago in our nation's history. This is an event that we must learn from and never forget. Remember to pray for the victims' families and everyone who was touched by these tragedies. It's amazing that so much time has already passed!

WH: You will have no homework since you are testing today.

GOV'T: Terms and Journal #4

LABOR DAY WEEKEND

I hope everyone had a great Labor Day Weekend!

As you know, there was not much to do over this holiday break. The World History class needs to be prepared for their review for their first written test to be given on Friday (11th). The Government class had no homework.

A bonus opportunity:

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/09/07/raw-data-obama-speech-american-school-children/

The information is prepared remarks from President Obama's Back to School Event scheduled for Tuesday in Arlington, Virginia. In three paragraphs, explain what the President is talking about, if you agree with his remarks (and why or why not), and your opinion on whether or not you think he should be addressing students (and why or why not). This assignment can take the place of any assignment you might not have turned in or missed (EXCEPT TESTS or QUIZZES!). This is due by Friday, Sept. 11th. This is open to World History or Government students.

HW 8/31

World History: Keep working on those cards!
Government: Test #2

Bonus Opportunity worth 5 points: Print off or bring in a political cartoon about the Constitution.