tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14570836232590312412024-02-20T00:27:38.639-08:00U.S. History I A/BKristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-51692865690002587402017-09-13T15:51:00.001-07:002017-09-13T15:51:09.342-07:00This site is no longer being updated.For current class information, please visit<br />
https://sites.google.com/a/arlington.k12.ma.us/arabasz/home/u-s-history-a<br />
<br />Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-86882900136485953282017-09-11T07:19:00.004-07:002017-09-11T07:19:57.184-07:00meaningful primary source assignment - due Thurs 9/14Due at the start of class on Thursday 9/14:<br />
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Bring a primary source that has meaning to you. Write a short (3-4 sentence) explanation of what the source is and why it's meaningful to you. Your explanation needs to be typed and printed in time for class. If you don't want to bring the original source itself because it's delicate or valuable, you may choose to bring a picture or a copy (please remember to print the copy or image - all work is due in hard copy, unless an assignment specifically says otherwise). Worth 10 points and due at the start of class on Thursday 9/14. Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-31265282481637329102017-09-05T17:28:00.002-07:002017-09-07T07:19:36.914-07:00First post of 2017-2018 school yearWelcome back! You can find the course syllabus linked <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CwO_vv6SisEy3IGjtXaLdK-Nlhf5CW9nLR9-i2yv76U/edit#">here.</a> It was also given out in class on the first day. Please read and sign (and have your parents read and sign) the final page of the document and complete the technology survey. Due by Friday 9/8.<br />
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Due Monday 9/11: Please get a 1" or 1.5" three ring binder and stock it with lined paper, neatly and clearly label it with your and the class (U.S. History) and bring it to class on Monday 9/11. Optionally, you may choose to decorate it with original art, stickers, etc., that reflect the subject or your personality! (However, this is not a requirement). This assignment is worth 10 points for term 1.Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-37783725684373135352017-06-13T06:11:00.000-07:002017-06-13T06:57:01.089-07:00final project<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oJIrFtcuTwQaJX2TBjALOsPARVhYOLwp7Z1BLB0oXG4/edit?usp=sharing">Here</a><span id="goog_993510526"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_993510527"></span> is the assignment, and here are some more specific guidelines:<br />
<span style="background-color: #fff9ee; color: #222222; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">- Please remember that you need to create a product that has both writing and a visual piece. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: #fff9ee; color: #222222; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">- You may work with a partner or on your own.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: #fff9ee; color: #222222; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">- To show your understanding of the scope of U.S. history you learned this year, you will need to trace the theme by demonstrating how it appeared in 5-10 historical eras or events within the timeframe of the course. Be sure that the other periods you select are varied (e.g. don't use four different examples from the Age of Jackson). </span><br />
<span style="background-color: #fff9ee; color: #222222; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">- You will have class time to work on this (Wednesday 6/14 and Friday 6/15). The final is due Wednesday 6/12 at 8 a.m. (no exceptions or late work).</span><br />
<span style="background-color: #fff9ee; color: #222222; font-family: "georgia" , "utopia" , "palatino linotype" , "palatino" , serif; font-size: 15.4px;">- If you can bring a device (laptop or tablet) to work with next week, please do so.</span>Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-61968401276205658802017-06-05T10:41:00.002-07:002017-06-05T10:41:50.128-07:00Due Tuesday 6/6 and Monday 6/12Due Tuesday 6/6: attach (with tape or a gluestick/glue) the cause and effect pairings from class today onto a blank sheet of paper. Work chronologically from top to bottom - i.e. put the first event that happened chronologically at the top of the page, and the last to happen at the bottom. <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefONmkyWm9tQUhKZ00/view?usp=sharing">Here</a> is the handout from class. If you were absent, you should try to match the causes and effects together as best as you can. You may also refer to the textbook (chapter 10 section 4) for help. <br />
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Due Monday 6/12: <u>choose <b>one</b></u> of the two projects described in <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-v4UtBg8CvaR6hmUtBNAfsJsdxSokGqjUorzrniL1eA/edit?usp=sharing">this document</a>. If you need help with the events of the 1850's, refer to the textbook (chapter 10 sections 1-3).Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-61424266289843651672017-06-02T10:29:00.004-07:002017-06-03T10:51:52.636-07:00due Monday 6/5 and meet in room 236 on Monday*We will have class in room 236 on Monday. 236 is one floor down from our usual room (336) and right across the hall from the Downs House Office. Please go directly to 236 for the start of D block - do not go to 336 (there's science MCAS testing in 336 on Monday).*<br />
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Due Monday: Choose <u>two</u> of the following prompts below. Answer each one on one of the sticky notes given out in class today. Write a 3-4 sentence response. Write your name on the back of each sticky note.<br />
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<li>Describe a time you had to compromise with someone about something, how you reached the agreement, and how you felt about it after.</li>
<li>Describe a piece of literature that you had a strong emotional reaction to, and that stayed with you and you thought about long after reading it.</li>
<li>Describe a time when you and your peers had to make an important decision on your own about a divisive issue (meaning that members of the group had differing opinions) without the help of adults (teachers, parents, coaches, etc.).</li>
<li>Describe a time you defended the reputation of a friend or relative, and why you felt you had to stand up for him/her.</li>
<li>Describe a decision made by someone of authority (in the government, or an authority figure, like a school administrator, teacher or parent) that you strongly disagreed with.</li>
<li>Describe an action you took to publicly express your opinion about an issue you believed in strongly. </li>
<li>Describe a time you took a drastic action to achieve a goal you strongly believed in.</li>
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<br />Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-21380041974293737702017-05-31T10:30:00.000-07:002017-05-31T10:30:00.396-07:00due Friday 6/2Work from Old Hall on Tuesday, if you did not do it, is due by Friday.Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-23941101889665295542017-05-24T07:46:00.000-07:002017-05-24T07:47:24.405-07:00classwork for Wednesday 5/24 and homework due Friday 5/26Open <a href="https://classicreload.com/oregon-trail.html">this link</a> in class when directed. In the last five minutes of the class (or for homework) NEATLY write or type (and print) a one paragraph response to your experience on the (virtual) trail. What decisions did you have to make? What challenges did you face? Did everyone in your wagon train make it to Oregon? Why/why not? For our purposes, paragraphs are 5-8 sentences in length.Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-13335505885187293752017-05-22T12:49:00.001-07:002017-05-22T12:49:08.977-07:00homework due Wednesday 5/24On the outline map given out in class (which you can find <a href="http://sites.psu.edu/badar/wp-content/uploads/sites/12986/2014/06/blank-map-of-the-continental-united-states.png">here</a>), write 3-5 ideas for images that you might include to represent the economic or social features of each region: North, South and the Old Northwest.* (See below for definitions of each region). Focus on what America was like in the 1840's and 1850's. You do not need to actually find or create the images, but you do need to be able to thoughtfully list ideas of what you *might* include later. <br />
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You can use the following sections of the textbook to help you with ideas:<br />
chapter 7 section 2: "Early Industry"<br />
chapter 7 section 3: "The Land of Cotton"<br />
chapter 8 section 2: "A Changing Culture"<br />
chapter 8 section 3: "Reforming Society"<br />
chapter 8 section 4: "The Abolitionist Movement"<br />
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*Definitions of each region:<br />
The North was made up of the current day states on the east coast between Maine and Pennsylvania. <br />
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The South are the states on the east coast between Maryland and Florida, as well as the states of the Deep South along the Gulf Coast (Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi), and the more inland states like Tennessee, Kentucky and Arkansas.<br />
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The "Old Northwest" is basically the current-day Midwest: modern-day states of Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Michigan.<br />
<br />Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-76640182991423372502017-05-15T10:52:00.002-07:002017-05-16T11:08:52.726-07:00homework for 5/15-19 and classwork from last weekDue Friday 5/19: read pages 251-256 and complete <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefONUZKamFRSzV5eUU/view?usp=sharing">this organizer</a> (the first page only!) given out in class. It's up to you what you find surprising, interesting or troubling, but just make sure you include at least 3 facts from the reading in each category. <br />
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If you missed class last Friday, complete <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefOS3c0Z2lzaW5TTmM/view?usp=sharing">this organizer</a> based on the stations in these documents (<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefOVXU3c1FVRGY4SVE/view?usp=sharing">industry in the U.S.</a>, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefOY0dJTnFBdmE0TVEybnAycWZRRk5rTWNVTHdJ/view?usp=sharing">the Erie Canal</a> and <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefORV9DT3RaWE5rcGs/view?usp=sharing">these stations</a> about immigration (you can skip documents A, G, J and L). This is worth 10 points for quarter 4, so be sure to make it up in a timely manner. (Turn in by next Monday at the latest - talk to me individually if you think you won't be able to make that deadline). <br />
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If you were absent today (Monday), please read and complete <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1jiqmD1DefOdExvS0xfZXEtTkt0ZTBzZ3ctLXptc19uYmZn/view?usp=sharing">this guided reading</a> for the section of the textbook covered in class. This also counts for points, so be sure to make it up if you missed it.<br />
<br />Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273812741485902277noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-54095638506170715542017-05-01T10:42:00.000-07:002017-05-01T10:42:10.529-07:00Jackson StationsHey everyone! Because I didn't give every person a copy of <i>all</i> of the short stories about Jackson, I uploaded a copy of them to Google Drive. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJUHVUZTk1cVhDUlU">You can access them here.</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-46628398082080254192017-04-24T16:28:00.001-07:002017-04-24T16:28:16.469-07:00Thomas Jefferson QuizHello to all!<br />
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I have uploaded a study guide, as well as all of the materials used in this unit to a folder in Google Drive. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJdExkeklUYmdLZlU">You can access it here. </a>Happy studying!Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-75622236241782229492017-03-29T10:04:00.001-07:002017-03-29T10:04:29.003-07:00Test CorrectionsAs explained in class, you may turn in test corrections to me on Friday. If you choose to do corrections, please do the following<br />
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<li>Write out the question and correct answer</li>
<li>In 1-2 sentences, explain why you got the question wrong and how you know that this is the correct answer</li>
<li>If you choose to correct your essay, use examples unique to the ones included in the essay that we looked at in class today</li>
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Test corrections should be on a <i>separate piece of paper. </i>Do not make the corrections on the original test.</div>
Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-67987562427938066582017-03-29T09:08:00.001-07:002017-03-29T09:08:30.334-07:00Research Paper ResourcesHey everyone!<br />
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Here are some digital versions of all the research paper related hand-outs I have given you so far. That way, if you prefer doing this online, you can.<br />
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<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJbi1kZ2NXbW1YRTA">Resource Folder</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-21110165138544288812017-03-15T11:07:00.001-07:002017-03-15T11:07:10.112-07:00Test on FridayHey Everyone.<br />
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Just to confirm for those of you who were not able to join us in class today, your test on Washington and Adams will occur this Friday. You can find links to the study guide, as well as the PowerPoint and other class materials that we have been using throughout the unit in previous blog posts. Good luck studying! I'll see you Friday.Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-53001486355897058342017-03-13T09:36:00.000-07:002017-03-13T09:36:12.904-07:00Essay OutlineAs promised, I have uploaded the essay template to Google Drive for you to use as you prepare for the test. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJZGdxSjVyNEdweGc">You can access it here</a>. I'll note that the prompt is the one that we went over in class. The question that you will need to answer for the test is about Hamilton, Jefferson, and political parties (see the study guide).<br />
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Also, one of your classmates asked if I could upload the homework calendar. I have posted it, and y<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJYnhnUklORHRkMWM">ou may access it via this link.</a><br />
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If I haven't checked your book notes yet, please bring them to class tomorrow. If you have misplaced them, <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJakNCXzJRSV90QWc">you can download a digital copy here.</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-18677390054190526892017-03-09T12:33:00.002-08:002017-03-09T12:33:59.434-08:00Unit Resource FolderHey Everyone,<br />
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One of your classmates came by today and mentioned that it might be helpful for me to upload digital copies of the materials that we have been using throughout the unit. I've done so, and created a folder in google drive to store them. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJMl92SkVjWUdCVVE">You may access the folder here.</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-48056768240157996892017-03-08T10:53:00.000-08:002017-03-08T10:53:03.855-08:00Study Guide + Test ResourcesHey Everyone,<br />
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I've uploaded the study guide for the upcoming test to Google Drive. <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJSG5nRUU4eHNJRkE">You can access it here.</a><br />
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I've also uploaded the quotes from our lesson on Hamilton v. Jefferson (<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJd21Db2xrN3NQUXM">access them here</a>), and the sources on Native American Policy (<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJSG5nRUU4eHNJRkE">access them here</a>).<br />
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Finally,<a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1vIetu2zmeYCCnfQXsd9SmDWfDk_DuIyP6pTnETA0Ktc"> here is a link to the Powerpoint </a>that I have been using throughout this unit. Feel free to use it as a review tool.Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-67897656991295863422017-03-07T04:47:00.002-08:002017-03-07T04:47:51.461-08:00Test Correction GuidelinesIf you want to complete test corrections for our test on American Government, make sure to follow these guidelines:<br />
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<li>Complete them on a fresh piece of lined paper, with a proper heading</li>
<li>Write out the <i>entire</i> question, as well as the <i>entire</i> answer</li>
<li>Turn them into me by Friday, March 10</li>
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You have the possibility of earning back 50% the points missed. </div>
Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-88291411185955505902017-02-27T06:08:00.001-08:002017-02-27T06:08:41.118-08:00Cabinet Appointee AssignmentFor this assignment we will be collectively editing a Google Slides presentation. <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SC71UBD0yMtm2pEbkgLrPB3wnwaUCwtSBh3RN6cQi7o/edit?usp=sharing">You can access the presentation here.</a><br />
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I have also uploaded a copy of the directions. <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aXxcHoKENBqZf7cjbZQ87dmAEuuyX44gUA5-DOrRhXY/edit?usp=sharing">You may access them here.</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-70933784368821334222017-02-27T06:08:00.000-08:002017-02-27T06:08:36.226-08:00Jefferson v. HamiltonYou can access the <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/lcburnett/jefferson-or-hamilton-2tpbk">Jefferson v. Hamilton Quiz here</a>Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-60159907262560168512017-02-14T12:29:00.002-08:002017-02-14T12:29:26.455-08:00The Fourteenth AmendmentSo one of your peers came by after school today to ask for clarification on the Fourteenth Amendment. We didn't do formal notes that day, or a Powerpoint, instead I wrote some key terms on the board.<br />
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You can check your paraphrase of the Constitution for a description of the Fourteenth Amendment. The most important element of it to know is that it guarantees "equal protection under the law" for all citizens and that it was used in <i>Brown v. Board of Education</i> to integrate schools.Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-86665718969440174802017-02-12T13:21:00.000-08:002017-02-12T13:21:45.706-08:00Snow Day!!Hello to all! If you haven't seen already, AHS will not be holding classes on Monday due to the weather. This means that we get a 3 day weekend (yay). It also means that our schedule for next week will be thrown off a little bit (ugh).<br />
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What does this mean for you?<br />
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<li>The test will be post-poned until Wednesday, February 15</li>
<li>On Tuesday we will spend half the class talking about immigration and citizenship. The other half of the class will be saved for review</li>
<li>I will collect your Personal Connection assignment on Tuesday</li>
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Enjoy your day off tomorrow, stay safe, watch out for slippery ice, and have fun in the snow!</div>
Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-83883281320706292132017-02-10T10:49:00.002-08:002017-02-10T10:49:40.524-08:00Court Cases Answer KeyHey everyone. Happy weekend!<br />
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Because I didn't take the time with you to write out answers on the board or provide them in PPT form, I wanted to upload the answer key to the graphic organizer that we did today. You can find it <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJUUlkZkc0am9VTE0">here</a>.<br />
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For those of you who were absent, I would <i>strongly</i> recommend looking over these court cases. Not only are they fair game for a multiple choice question on the exam, but they will also be helpful for putting together your answer to the essay portion. The case summaries are <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJbG1HWnJtUW13VGs">here</a>, and a blank version of the graphic organizer is <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJdG5zUzB4c3ZrYzQ">here</a>.<br />
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Have a great weekend! See you Monday.Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1457083623259031241.post-82260083696725681972017-02-08T10:27:00.000-08:002017-02-08T10:27:08.421-08:00Today's PowerpointI know that today was a major information-dump, and that we covered a lot of territory. It's important that you have access to the content that we covered today as you begin to put together your strategy for answering the essay question on Tuesday. Thus, I've uploaded the powerpoint to GoogleDrive. You can access it <a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9zJU8SIywlJUlVqaWtjOVlUTTQ">here</a>.<br />
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On Friday, we're going to look at some Supreme Court Cases regarding the Bill of Rights and talk more about what limits do and do not exist on things like Freedom of Speech or Freedom of the Press.Laura Burnetthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14764796237642911023noreply@blogger.com0