I.  Bellwork: A.  If you were in control of U.S. fiscal policy (taxes and spending), how would you attempt to eliminate the deficit and reduce the debt?  Explain in detail the taxes and programs involved in your solution  – 1 paragraph b.  Explain in detail the negative impact crowding-out has on the economy.  What occurs […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A List 2 examples of mandatory expenditures List 2 examples of discretionary expenditures Page 279 Economic Analysis Page 282 Economic Analysis II.  Objective: Examine the issues surrounding taxation, spending, and the budget crisis. Evaluate various explanations for actions or events and determine which explanation best accords with textual evidence III.  10.1 & 10.2 […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A Page 263- Reading Check Q&A Page 265- Reading Check Q&A II.  Objective: Distinguish between a surplus, a deficit, the national deficit, and national debt Examine the impact of deficits, surpluses, and the national debt. Integrate information from diverse sources into a coherent understanding of an idea or event III.  10.1 & 10.2 […]

I.  Bellwork: A.  More Bridges to Nowhere Q&A What is the article comparing to a bridge to nowhere? What pork spending add-ons are being identified? Summarize the general message and  the tone of the article. (3-4 sentences) II. Objective: Demonstrate understanding of written, spoken, or visual information by restating, paraphrasing, summarizing, critiquing, or composing a personal response. […]

I.  Bellwork – Copy & Solve         II.  Objective: Analyze the ways in which governments generate revenue on consumption, income and wealth and use that revenue for public services and social welfare.  Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event III. Videos: […]