Thursday, December 12, 2013

Jeopardy Link/Open Response Questions

Dec. 12 Jeopardy Review Game



Open Response Questions: The answers should be 3-4 sentences.

Do you think George Washington was correct in warning about forming political parties?



What economic or political issues do you see might come from the Louisiana Purchase and doubling the size of the United States?

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Marbury v. Madison/War of 1812 Overview

Marbury v. Madison
introduces the concept of JUDICIAL REVIEW -- the Supreme Court has the power to declare a law is either constitutional or unconstitutional


War of 1812 (Second War for Independence/Mr. Madison's War)

The US goes to war once again with Britain - over failure to evacuate forts in the Ohio River Valley and the impressment of US seamen. (captured and force them to serve in the British Navy)

The US ultimately wins - which proves our success as an independent nation.

Andrew Jackson scores a big victory in the Battle of New Orleans -- but the war was already over, but neither side had heard the news yet.

Notes from Washington and Adams/Foreign Affairs

Washington and Adams Notes



Monday, December 9, 2013

Reminder…Finish your map and questions for HW

Do not forget to finish your map and questions that go with the map.  There are 3 sheets total.