Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Day 2 - 8/11

Today in class, we covered the concepts of:
- Separation of Powers
- Checks and Balances
- Three Branches of Government: Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
- The Function of Each Branch of Government

We also completed half of the prior knowledge quiz.

Today's Objective: Students will learn why we have three branches of government.  At the end of class the students will be assessed on this objective.

Please remember that we are checking out books tomorrow (bring your schedule or ID card)


Extra Credit (8/11):
1. What political position was held by Ted Stevens?
2. What state did Ted Stevens represent?
3. What will Ted Stevens be remembered for?
4. How did Ted Stevens die?

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20100811/NEWS02/708119879/-1/news02