Jan 28 2010
After taking our executive branch quiz, we went to the media center to view the Bunce Island exhibit. Many of you showed your great museum skills during our time in the exhibit!
Homework: Bring in a court case (civil or criminal) to class on Monday. It can be printed out, or you may write a summary of the case. Remember to include the source for your information.
Have a great weekend!
Jan 26 2010
After reviewing our homework questions, we finished discussing the executive branch of Georgia. If you know the elected positions of the following people, you will earn 10 bonus points on Thursday’s quiz: Karen Handel, Casey Cagle, Thurbert E. Baker, Lauren “Bubba” McDonald, Tommy Irvin, Kathy Cox, John Oxendine, and Michael Thurmond.
Homework: Review your executive branch chart and questions for your quiz on Thursday!
Have a great evening!
Jan 22 2010
We took our test over the legislative branch today and answered some questions about the executive branch. We also watched CNN student news and discussed how current events impact Georgians. If you did not finish the questions, please complete them for homework. If you missed them in class…Exec. Questions
Homework: Complete executive branch questions.
Have an excellent weekend!
Jan 20 2010
Today we discussed some of the bills that were introduced in the General Assembly this session. Will they ban texting while driving? We also reviewed the material that will be on the legislative branch test on Friday. You should review your chart, how a bill becomes law, and the notes on the back of your chart. Also, review Chapter 15 Section 2 of your textbook. Here is the pdf version if you are unable to access the online textbook: Chapter 15 Section 2
Homework: Study for your test!!
Jan 18 2010
Just a reminder that we are planning to have a test over the legislative branch on Friday, January 22nd. We reviewed some of the material last Friday. Be sure to study your chart, the lawmaking process and chapter 15 section 2 of your textbook.
Jan 13 2010
I love Schoolhouse Rock, don’t you? We finished learning how a bill becomes a law, and we took a quiz over the material. Many of your graphic organizers looked great! I will collect your individual organizers on Friday. We will finish the legislative branch and move on to the executive branch next class period.
No homework tonight!
Have a relaxing evening.
Jan 11 2010
Today we worked in our committees to create graphic organizers to show how a bill becomes law. If you did not finish your individual graphic organizer, you should complete it for homework. Don’t forget to study for your quiz on how a bill becomes a law!
Homework: Complete individual graphic organizer. Study for quiz on Wednesday.
Have a great night!
Jan 07 2010
We are currently learning about the legislative branch of government in Georgia. The class is divided into the house of representatives and the senate. The committee appointments will be announced next class, and the Assembly will have the opportunity to introduce bills. Remember to review these questions you completed in class for the quiz on Friday!
1. What is the purpose of the legislative branch of government?What is its official name?
2. What are the two bodies within the General Assembly? How many members are in each?
3. How long do the elected representatives serve?
4. What are the requirements to serve as a member of the house?
5. What are the requirements to serve as a member of the senate?
6. Who presides (rules) over the house? The senate?
7.What is the purpose of the committee system?What are the different types of committees?
Homework: Complete questions if not finished and review for the quiz on Friday. Use pages 536-538 in your textbook (Chapter 15 Section 2 in the online textbook).
