Branches of Government
The Constitution
Class Expectations
Philosophies of Government
Potpourri
100

This is the branch of government that is responsible for writing laws.

What is the legislative branch?

100
What is a consutitution?

A plan of government.

100

What do you need for class each day?

Charged Chromebook, folder, something to write with

100

What is anarchy?

Anarchy is when there is no government.

100

Can the president act without Congress? Does the president have unlimited power?

Yes and no.

200

This is the branch of government that carries out laws.

What is the executive branch?

200

The US Constitution is ______ and _______. 

Multiple answers acceptable. Short and vague.

200

When are you allowed to get up?

Never, unless you need a tissue. Otherwise check in with Mr. Corbley first.

200

What is classical liberalism?

Classical liberalism is the idea that government should be limited and protect individual rights and liberties.

200

What do government agencies do?

They carry out a specific responsibility given to them by Congress.

300

This is the branch of government that interprets the law and can rule a law unconstitutional.

What is the judicial branch?

300

The Constitutional Convention was held in _______ to avoid outside influence.

Secret
300

How often will you have homework if stay on task in class?

Basically never

300

What is socialism?

Socialism is the when the government owns and operates businesses, usually for the public benefit.

300

What is judicial review?

This power allows courts to declare a law unconstitutional.

400

This person can veto a law if they are against it.

Who is the president?

400

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the ________. They protect certain rights and liberties.

Bill of Rights

400

How should you treat others in the classroom?

You should treat others with respect and kindness. This is a safe space for everyone.

400

Which idea of government was the Constitution based on?

The US government was based on the ideas of classical liberalism.

400

What is Federalism?

Federalism is a system that divides responsibilities between the national government and state governments.

500

This person can break a tie in the senate with their vote.

Who is the vice president?

500

The Constitution requires that this percentage of states to agree in order to amend (or change) it.

3/4 or 75%

500

What is the late policy? Where can you find late work for me?

-10 per day, Zero after 10 days. Schoology.

500
Choose anarchy, classical liberalism, or socialism. Create a list of pros and cons.

Many acceptable answers.

500

What is a collective action problem? Why does Congress have one?

This is when a lot of people need to agree on something. Congress has 535 members and is often slow to act.

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