Election

Blog #4: Due Tuesday, November 6th

November 6, 2012 is election day.  Each candidate, President Obama and Mitt Romney, has very different viewpoints on many issues.  Look at each of the candidate's websites (posted below). Using the information from the websites, write down one issue that both candidates are talking about during this election. 

How are the candidates different in their points of view on the issues? 

Are there any similarities in their points of view? 

If you were able to vote, who would you choose, and why?  (You must give specific reasons- again, use the information from the candidates' websites). 

DO NOT BASH EITHER CANDIDATE!!!  Instead, give specific reasons why one candidate will be better for the country over the other.  Also, while responding to your classmates, remember that while you do not have to agree with their opinions, you still must respect them.  You are free to disagree, just do so in a way that is respectful. 

President Obama:
http://www.barackobama.com/issues

Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney-Official Site | MittRomney.com

Achievements of Early American Civilizations

Blog #3- Due Thursday, October 25th

As you have seen in the videos, readings and group work that we have done over the past couple of weeks, the Early American Civilizations were often very advanced with several great achievements. These civilizations found ways to adapt to their environments, and thrived for hundreds of years before Columbus ever thought of sailing a ship.

What were some of the achievements that the Early American Civilizations had?


Even with all of the achievements, eventually, these civilizations crumbled. What do you think happened to them?

Why are there so few descendents left from these great civilizations?