I.  Bellwork: Q&A List 3 examples of mandatory expenditures List 3 examples of discretionary expenditures Page 275 #6. II.  Objective Distinguish between a surplus, a deficit, the national deficit, and national debt Examine the impact of deficits, surpluses, and the national debt on the private sector. Integrate information from diverse sources into a coherent understanding […]

I.  Bellwork: A.  More Bridges to Nowhere Q&A What is the article comparing to a bridge to nowhere? What pork spending additions are being identified? Summarize the general message and  the tone of the article. (3-4 sentences) II. Objective: Discuss, identify, and analyze the ways in which federal, state, and local governments spend revenue for […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A   What are the key symbols in the cartoon? What distortions appear in the cartoon? What is the main point this cartoon is attempting to communicate? II.  Objective: Demonstrate understanding of written, spoken, or visual information by restating, paraphrasing, summarizing, critiquing, or composing a personal response. Analyze the ways in which governments […]

I.  Bellwork: Synthesizing Information R45 1-3 Q&A II.  Objective: Given various scenarios distinguish between progressive, regressive, and proportional taxes Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources Analyze and discuss the merits of various methods in which governments generate revenue on consumption, income and wealth. III.  Notebook Work: A.  Tree Maps […]

I. Bellwork: A.) Claim Statement: Which type of tax (progressive, proportional, or regressive) do you believe is the most equitable way for the government to raise money? Provide support for your claim. B.)  Questions & Answers Page 242 Economic Analysis Page 244 Economic Analysis II.  Objective: Distinguish between the ways in which local, state, and […]

I.  Bellwork: Q&A – Page 231 Economic Analysis Page 235 Economic Analysis II.  Objective: Analyze and evaluate the methods in which the government generates revenue. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text Identify and classify taxes as progressive, regressive, and proportional according to the methods implemented to generate […]

I.  Bellwork: Four Square   II.  Objective: Determine the central ideas or information; provide an accurate summary that makes clear the relationships among the key details and ideas. Examine, analyze, and discuss the fundamental principles associated with taxation. III. Discussion/Notes: A.  Review:  Taxes Video IV.  The Economics of Taxation Pages 229-236 PPT file and attached  Chapter […]

I.  Bellwork: – Q&A Explain what is happening in the cartoon. What is the government depicted as? Explain the message of the cartoon. II.  Objectives Discuss and provide analysis of the societal impact externalities and market failures (tragedy of the commons) while also exploring possible methods to resolve these issues.. Evaluate various explanations for actions […]

I.  Bellwork: Four Square Study Finds TV Alters Fiji Girls’ View of Body II. Objective Analyze the way technology/media has impacted society and individuals. Determine central ideas and analyze their development, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text III.  Turn In Notebooks […]

I.  Bellwork: A.  Claim Statement Q&A Do you believe that government regulation and agencies are necessary? Explain and cite examples. Present the counterclaim to your statement. Explain and cite examples. II.  Objective: Discuss and provide analysis of the societal impact externalities and market failures (tragedy of the commons) while also exploring possible methods to resolve […]