HSA Skills Review

Last Minute Studying Reminders…* Read over your Review Materials:

- They are due by May 22nd

* Use the following websites to take practice tests

-http://apps.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/hsaprep/

-http://www.mdk12.org/students/index.html

A Different Bell Schedule Next Week* NO ADVISORIES Monday-Thursday for all

students

* Report directly to your 1st period class @ 9:30:

- Monday/Wednesday: Report directly to 1A

- Tuesday/Thursday: Report directly to 1B

* The rest of the schedule is funkalicious…

A Different Bell Schedule Next Week

Monday: LSN

1A, 3A, 4A

Tuesday: ENG

1B(10 mins), 2B, 3B, 4B

Wednesday: BIO

1A (10 mins), 3A, 1A, 2A

Thursday: ALG

1B (10 mins), 4B, 1B, 2B

Procedures for Next WeekTesting Dates:

Monday (A Day); LSN Government

Tuesday (B Day); English

Wednesday (A Day); Biology

Thursday (B Day); Algebra

* Have your Student ID on your body at all times!

Prohibited Items When Taking the HSA(Just Leave them at home!)

* Personal reading materials

* iPods® and other MP3 players

* Cameras

* Cell Phones

* Any electronic device (laptops, PDA’s, etc.)

~Any Disruption will lead to the invalidation of your exam~

Political Cartoon InterpretationInterpretation Steps:

(1) List the objects and/or people. What might they symbolize?

(2) List any important clues (words, places, numbers, flags).

(3) What political or social issues is being presented in the cartoon?

(4) What is the cartoonist’s viewpoint on this issue?

Cartoon Analysis Practice 1

Cartoon Analysis

Practice 2

Data AnalysisSteps:

(1) Circle the title

(2) Circle the headings

(3) Write out the purpose of this chart

(4) Write out 2-3 conclusions you can make from this chart.

Data Analysis Practice

Data Analysis Practice

Tips for Monday’s BCR’s

* Answer every BCR & ECR:

- Don’t leave anything blank If you get stuck, write as much as possible about the question or an aspect of the question

* Answer all parts of the questions

* Include as much vocabulary & examples as possible in your writing

Characteristics of a Perfect BCR:

Your BCR should include the following items

1. Write a Topic Sentence

2. Answer ALL parts of BCR:

A. Use higher order thinking skills (use at least 2)

B. Use specific & detailed examples (use at least 2)

3. Write a Conclusion Sentence

Higher Order Thinking Skills

Example: Even though the First Amendment allows students to practice free Speech, the Tinker case allows schools to limit disruptive student speech.

Example: Because the GDP has declined over the past few months, the Fed decided to cut interest rates in hopes that more people will buy goods.

Meaning: Examining and breaking information into parts- Focus on facts not opinions

Meaning: show how action causes outcome

Analysis StatementsCause and Effect Statements

Critical Thinking Skills (cont.)

Example: Both fiscal and monetary policy involve aspects of the government making economic policy, nevertheless, the President and Congress control fiscal policy, while the Fed monitors the nation’s monetary policy.

Example: The FDA does help protect the American people by reviewing the side effects of drugs; however, the FDA should make this process faster so people with severe medical problems can use the newest medicines.

Meaning: Show similarities and differences of items

Meaning: Make judgments about information = Your Opinion

Compare and Contrast Statements

Evaluation Statements

Practice BCRThe blue crab population supports many important

commercial and recreational activities in the Chesapeake Bay. However, some scientists have expressed concern that the blue crab population may be declining.

* Should the Maryland state government play a role in managing the blue crab population?

* What purpose does the state government serve in getting involved to protect the blue crab population?

* Explain the possible consequences of the state involvement in environmental issues. Do you agree or disagree?

* Include details and examples to support your explanation.

Remember…

Your goal is to prove how much LSN Government content you know. Therefore,

Do Your BEST!

Checks and Balances…

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Checks and Balances Definition

* Each branch of government has power over the other 2 branches creating balance between the 3 branches

Why does our Constitution have Checks and Balances?

(1) Keeps the 3 branches balanced

(2) Prevents 1 branch from dominating the other branches

Skit 1

Presidential Powers & Limits1. Lawmaking:* Congress’ Role (1) passes law, (3) overrides veto* President’s Role (2) vetoes law* Court’s Role (4) interprets law

2. Making a Treaty: * President’s Role negotiates treaty with foreign

country* Senate’s Role confirms treaty

3. Appointing a new Cabinet Leader:* President’s Role nominates leader* Senate’s Role confirms leader

Skit 2

Presidential Powers & Limits1. Lawmaking:* Congress’ Role (1) passes law, (3) overrides veto* President’s Role (2) vetoes law* Court’s Role (4) interprets law

2. Making a Treaty: * President’s Role negotiates treaty with foreign

country* Senate’s Role confirms treaty

3. Appointing a new Cabinet Leader:* President’s Role nominates leader* Senate’s Role confirms leader

Skit 3

Presidential Powers & Limits1. Lawmaking:* Congress’ Role (1) passes law, (3) overrides veto* President’s Role (2) vetoes law* Court’s Role (4) interprets law

2. Making a Treaty: * President’s Role negotiates treaty with foreign

country* Senate’s Role confirms treaty

3. Appointing a new Cabinet Leader:* President’s Role nominates leader* Senate’s Role confirms leader

Pro’s (Benefits) of Checks & Balances

- Creates Balance in the 3 branches

- Prevents one branch from becoming too powerful

Cons (Disadvantages) of Checks & Balances

- Takes valuable time for each branch to play a role