Characteristics of each colonial region (New England, Middle, Southern)
Important documents (Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Declaration of Independence, Fundamental Orders of Connecticut, Articles of Confederation, Common Sense, Constitution, Bill of Rights)
Enlightenment Thinkers, their ideas and influence (Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau)
Virginia House of Burgesses
New England Town Meetings and direct democracy
Types of Government (Theocracy, Monarchy, Democracy, Dictatorship…)
Impact of French and Indian War
Quartering Act
Stamp Act
Navigation Acts
Salutary Neglect
Maryland Toleration Act
Boston Tea Party
New Jersey Plan
Virginia Plan
Great Compromise
Federalists
Anti-federalists
Amendments and what each protects/guarantees
Presidential succession
Federalism
Principles of government (Popular Sovereignty, Limited Government, Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Federalism)
Article I, II, III and which branch of government is discussed in each
How is representation determined in the House of Representatives?
Expressed Powers
Concurrent Powers
Implied Powers
Reserved Powers
Establishment Clause
Free Exercise Clause
Necessary and Proper Clause
Gerrymandering
Powers of each banch
Checks and Balances of each branch
Judicial Review
General Assembly
How a bill becomes law
Electoral College
How is the number of electoral votes for each state determined?
referendum
initiative
propaganda techniques
council manager form of government
mayor council form of government
ordinance
statute
State executive branch
Agencies (DOT, FBI, SBI, DEA, FEMA, ect…)
Duty
Responsibility
political party and purpose
plank
platform
majority
plurality
two party system
multi party system
one party system
grassroots
split ticket
Supreme Court Cases

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STUDY!

Build a City Project
Directions: You are responsible for creating a new city somewhere within the state of North Carolina. You must design this city from scratch, following many of the realistic steps that are taken when cities are incorporated.

Step 1 Brainstorm : What kind of city do you want? Be realistic, but be creative! Things to consider:
1. What would an ideal city look like?
2. What would you like your city to be known for?
3. What is the name of your city?
4. Where is your city located within North Carolina (mountains, beach, piedmont)? Why is this the best location?
5. What physical features do you want your city to have?
6. What services will your city’s local government provide to it citizens?
7. What laws/ordinances will be important to initiate? (Remember you cannot undo any law set by the state or federal government)
8. What is the population goal of your city?

Step 2 Government : Your next task is to set up the outline for your city’s government. To do this, you must understand the duties of a mayor. Consider the pros and cons of each type of mayoral system described below.

Mayor-Council Charter: The oldest and most popular charter in the US and in NC. City councils under this type of charter are typically small, with a population generally under 2,500 people. The size of the council varies from as few as 2 members to as many as 50.

There are two variations of the mayor-council form: weak mayor-council and strong mayor-council.
Characteristics of the Weak Mayor Council
• Mayor is selected by the city council rather than elected by the people
• Mayor’s powers are usually limited
• City councils generally possess both legislative and executive authority
• Executive department heads are elected by the citizens not appointed by the mayor
• There is no single administrative head for the city
• Designed for smaller cities with simple governments
• Poorly suited for large cities where political and administrative leadership is vital.

Characteristics of the Strong Mayor Council
• Mayor is elected directly by the people and given broad powers.
• City councils generally possess only legislative powers
• Department heads are appointed by the mayor
• The mayor is the administrative head of the city.
• The system calls for a mayor to be both a good political leader and an effective administrator.

Decision Time:
1. Do you wish to have a strong mayor or weak mayor system, why?
2. How many members will compose your city council? What are the possible benefits and drawbacks from this number of council members?

Step 3 Create your city: on the provided paper draw a map of your city (be neat and creative, show effort). Be sure to include the following requirements:
1. Name of your city (on the top of your map)
2. Zoning – must provide residential areas, business spaces, water supply ,schools, hospitals and recreation areas (parks, athletic facilities, etc)
3. Transportation – depending on the size of the city, what type of transportation is needed in your city (bus, subway, light-rail, trolley, etc.) show the transportation routes on your map
4. Map Legend (what different symbols indicate) compass, (north, south, east, west)

Step 4 Write-Up: Your write up should include all the information from steps one, two and three in paragraph form. Your write-up should be at least one page long if not longer.

First and fourth period!!!

You will have an amendments test (1-27) TOMORROW- Tuesday 2/14!!!

I want to do a mock trial Wednesday and that means two days prep. The ONLY way we can make it happen (and I guarantee you will enjoy it) is if you use your own time to study and complete all notes for goal 6. Goals 5 & 6 will be tested Friday. We have to get that in. I will review all material on Thursday.

p299 Section 1: 1-6
p304 Section 2: 1-4, 6
p310 Section 3: 1-4, 6

Questions to consider for your political party discussions:

1. How does your party feel about or react towards your topics?

2. Are they for or against it?

3. How do they demonstrate these feelings? What do they say? What do they do?

4. Can you explain why they act or say what they do on this topic?

5. How do these actions affect the party as a whole?

6. How are these actions/words viewed by the press and the American people?

7. Because of these views, does this reflect on your party positively or negatively?