Mr. Blankenship's Course Blog 2008-2009: March 2009

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Next Two Tests

I will give tests on Monday and Tuesday of next week. The test on Monday will cover GLEs 31-36. The test on Tuesday will cover GLEs 37-40. We are using class time on Friday to prepare for these tests. Study the crossword puzzles posted below. Copies are available in class.

Grades Updated

Online grades have been updated on TeacherWeb.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Test Thursday

We have a 21 20 question test on Thursday on GLEs 67-69. I posted this on the board in class on Tuesday. Study the three crosswords below.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

GLE #40 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #40. Describe ways by which citizens can organize, monitor, or influence government and politics at the local, state, and national levels (C-1D-M4)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle40crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle40crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle40crossword.txt

GLE #39 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #39. Identify individual rights guaranteed in the Louisiana Constitution (C-1D-M2)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle39crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle39crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle39crossword.txt

Grades Updated

I updated grades for the third grading period. This is your final grade unless you are entitled by policy to make up a grade. I do not think that is the case for anyone, since we did not have a test last week.

Test 4.1 on Monday

Remember, Test 4.1 on Monday covers GLEs 58-61. See below for study guides.

GLE #38 Crossword

GLE 38. Explain how U.S. foreign policy has affected Louisiana (e.g., tariffs, NAFTA) (C-1C-M2)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle38crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle38crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle38crossword.txt

GLE #37 Crossword

GLE #37. Explain the role of nation-states in various alliances and international organizations (e.g., NATO, the United Nations, OPEC) and identify effects of their decisions upon Louisiana (C-1C-M1)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle37crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle37crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle37crossword.txt

GLE #36 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #36. Explain how political parties, campaigns, and elections provide opportunities for citizens to participate in government (C-1B-M6)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle36crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle36crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle36crossword.txt

GLE #35 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #35. Describe the role of the Electoral College and how Louisiana participates in that system (C-1B-M6)

Make sure you know the number of electors and why we have that number (see your notes).

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle35crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle35crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle35crossword.txt

Saturday, March 21, 2009

GLE #34 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #34. Explain how the U.S. census is used in the political process and how it affects Louisiana representation in Congress (C-1B-M6)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle34crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle34crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle34crossword.txt

GLE #33 Crossword Puzzle

GLE 33. Analyze how the democratic process has been used to institute change in Louisiana (C-1B-M5)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle33crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle33crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle33crossword.txt

GLE #32 Crossword Puzzle

32. Describe various peaceful ways of resolving political or social conflicts, including majority vote vs. consensus (C-1B-M4)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle32crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle32crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle32crossword.txt

GLE #31 Crossword Puzzle

GLE #31. Explain how the Louisiana Constitution reflects the principles of government set forth in the U.S. Constitution (e.g., checks and balance, separation of powers) (C-1B-M3)

http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle31crossword
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle31crossword.pdf
http://www.paulblankenship.com/gle31crossword.txt

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Grades Updated

Grades were updated today on TeacherWeb.

Help with the Historical Figure Resumé

Please see:

http://delicious.com/louisianastudies/gle66

Monday, March 16, 2009

Job Shadow Day Forms Due Friday

Please turn in your Job Shadow Day form on Friday. Job Shadow Day is 24 April 2009.

Next Test will be on Monday

Test 4.1 will cover GLEs 58-61 and will be on Monday, 23 March 2008. Please review the crosswords below.

Grades Updated

Online grades have been updated.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Test Friday the 13th

Don't panic! But do study. The test will cover GLEs 53, 54, 55, 56, and 57. The crossword puzzles are available below. Study the crosswords and you should do well. We will play a review game on Thursday but you still need to study the crosswords.

Remember, the skit on GLE #53 and the rap on #54 are due Thursday.

GLE #53. Explain and analyze factors affecting production and allocation of goods/services in Louisiana and the United States (E-1B-M2)

GLE #54. Explain the difference between private goods/services and public goods/services and give examples of each (E-1B-M3)

GLE #55. Identify the costs and benefits of a given government policy (e.g., trade agreements, minimum wage) on a competitive market (E-1B-M4)

GLE #56. Identify various types of taxes and user fees and predict their consequences (E-1B-M5)

GLE #57. Explain reasons for trade between nations and the impact of international trade (E-1B-M6)