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Introduction to US Government

Chapter 1 - American Government

Homework
  • Read Chapter 1 and create notes from your reading.
  • Study Guide (due Wednesday 9/17)
  • Keywords (by Justin)
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Chapter 2 - The US Constitution

Homework
  • Read Chapter 2 and take notes from your reading.
    • for Monday read 26-33; quiz
    • 33-44
    • Watch "Constitutional Concepts - part 3" take notes
    • 44-52 (quiz on Thursday 9/17)
    • 52-60 (quiz on Friday 9/18)
    • Review the Constitution (Article 2 and 3 due Monday 9/21)
    • Review the Constitution (Article 4, 5 and 6 due Wednesday 9/23)
    • Review the Constitution (Amendments 1-27 due Thursday)
    • Create a Constitution (The Simpsons - "Das Bus")
    • Constitution Video - Create a short film (30-60 seconds) about one aspect of the Constitution
      • The film should illustrate the US Constitution and explain the concept clearly.
      • You may use narration, a slideshow or a filmed skit to make your point

Chapter 3 - Federalism

Homework

For Monday 10/06

  • Read Chapter 3 (vocabulary worksheet).
    • Read and note 64-75 (quiz 10/1)
    • Read and note 75-80 (quiz 10/2)
    • Read and note 80-90 (quiz 10/5)
  • Watch this video and take notes.
  • Chapter 3 essay questions
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