Here is a sampling of some of the type of questions that MAY appear on your test. Remember you are allowed 1 page side of notes for the test
What is an amendment?
Name an amendment from the Bill of Rights?
Who started the Federalists? Democratic-Republicans?
What are at least three differences between the first two political parties?
Who won the election of 1800?
On April 22, 1793 what was issued by George Washington?
Who were the members of George Washington’s cabinet?
Name the amendment that allows freedom of speech
Compare and contrast Hamilton and Jefferson…..(Double Bubble…hint hint)
Why did Thomas Jefferson as President use some of Alexander Hamilton’s ideas?
How did each political party feel about the French Revolution?
What is the Whiskey Rebellion and why is it important?
What three cabinet departments were created by the first Congress? Who were the people that were first appointed to the head of each department?
Why did some Americans fear a strong central government?
What was the main reason for the formation of political parties?
Summarize how the system of checks and balances works in law making?
What are the three branches of government? Their duties and responsibilities? How they relate to one another?
Why is it important for a nation to have a constitution?
Identify some of the fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution?
Why is the Constitution considered to be the supreme law of the land?
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Sunday, February 15, 2009
THANK YOU PARENTS
I would like to thank all of the parents who participated in the breakfast this weekend. You all worked extremely hard and are probably just as exhausted as I am. I would like to inform you that your efforts rally paid off as we raised over $1200 today. I am very happy and I am very grateful for all of your support.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
High School Prep Test - 7th graders
Meet here at 7:30 am on Saturday Feb. 14
You will need to wear your uniform and also bring a notebook and pencil.
There will be snack area if you bring some money to purchase a snack. You can also bring a snack from home.
You will need to wear your uniform and also bring a notebook and pencil.
There will be snack area if you bring some money to purchase a snack. You can also bring a snack from home.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Egypt Projects
Create a Mummy:
You don't need much for this project except an old white T-shirt (it can be ripped and faded), a doll (either Barbie or Ken or one of their many friends), one cup of flour, and 2 cups of water.
First, cut the T-shirt into strips (about a half-inch wide), then mix the water and flour in a bowl. Add the cloth strips to the bowl, and saturate each strip. Wrap the doll with one strip at a time. You may want to wrap the doll twice to make a nicer looking mummy. Allow the mummy to dry overnight. You might even need two nights of drying time. Now your mummy doll is complete.
Insert amulets (special charms) between linen wrappings. You can use anything from jewelry to coins.
For bonus points, make a sarcophagus (coffin) out of a cardboard box and decorate it
Build a Pyramid
Back in ancient times, the Egyptians built pyramids out of huge blocks of stones. For this fun project, you won't have to worry about rocks, or even pebbles. In fact, you can even eat this pyramid while you make it! You'll need about 220 sugar cubes
Glue one side of a sugar cube onto a big piece of cardboard. Make a square of 10 cubes across and 10 cubes down.
Make a second layer of 9 cubes, but glue this row about two cm in from the first row.
Continue these steps, using eight cubes, then seven and so on until you reach the top.
Once you're done with the glue, you can paint your pyramid!
DUE FEBRURARY 17
You don't need much for this project except an old white T-shirt (it can be ripped and faded), a doll (either Barbie or Ken or one of their many friends), one cup of flour, and 2 cups of water.
First, cut the T-shirt into strips (about a half-inch wide), then mix the water and flour in a bowl. Add the cloth strips to the bowl, and saturate each strip. Wrap the doll with one strip at a time. You may want to wrap the doll twice to make a nicer looking mummy. Allow the mummy to dry overnight. You might even need two nights of drying time. Now your mummy doll is complete.
Insert amulets (special charms) between linen wrappings. You can use anything from jewelry to coins.
For bonus points, make a sarcophagus (coffin) out of a cardboard box and decorate it
Build a Pyramid
Back in ancient times, the Egyptians built pyramids out of huge blocks of stones. For this fun project, you won't have to worry about rocks, or even pebbles. In fact, you can even eat this pyramid while you make it! You'll need about 220 sugar cubes
Glue one side of a sugar cube onto a big piece of cardboard. Make a square of 10 cubes across and 10 cubes down.
Make a second layer of 9 cubes, but glue this row about two cm in from the first row.
Continue these steps, using eight cubes, then seven and so on until you reach the top.
Once you're done with the glue, you can paint your pyramid!
DUE FEBRURARY 17
China Exam- 7th Grade- Study Guide
What divided China into northern and southern regions? – Map
Who reunited the Chinese Empire after the Han Dynasty ended?
How long did the Qing Dynasty last?
What religion did people turn to during a period of disorder following the fall of the Han Dynasty?
Why did the Chinese people develop paper currency?
What steps did Emperor Wen take to unify China?
Explain each of the following: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism.
What were some of the achievements of the Tang and Song dynasties?**
What dynasty started the Civil Service system?
Under what dynasty was overseas trade restricted? Why?
Which dynasty started after the Chinese won control back from the Mongols?
What was the most important invention during the Tang and Song dynasties?
How did the Mongols affect agriculture? Contact with the West? The economy?**
Who was Emperor Taizu?
When did the Ming dynasty end? And who took over control?
Know about movable type and its ramifications
Define despot
How did the Ming attitude toward foreigners affect trade?
Where did Kublai Khan move his capital?
Define meritocracy
Why did Emperor Wen allow the practice of Confucianism, Buddhism and Daoism?
Compare and contrast Mongol rule and the Qing dynasty? **
How was the fall of the Han dynasty similar to the fall of the Roman empire? ** (lesson1)
What type of goods did European traders seek in China?
What was the first European ship to arrive in China?
What were some of the obstacles to unity in China, and how did Emperor Wen overcome them?
What are Mongols? Where are they from?
Study the Tang and Song dynasties- Chinese Culture
Who reunited the Chinese Empire after the Han Dynasty ended?
How long did the Qing Dynasty last?
What religion did people turn to during a period of disorder following the fall of the Han Dynasty?
Why did the Chinese people develop paper currency?
What steps did Emperor Wen take to unify China?
Explain each of the following: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism.
What were some of the achievements of the Tang and Song dynasties?**
What dynasty started the Civil Service system?
Under what dynasty was overseas trade restricted? Why?
Which dynasty started after the Chinese won control back from the Mongols?
What was the most important invention during the Tang and Song dynasties?
How did the Mongols affect agriculture? Contact with the West? The economy?**
Who was Emperor Taizu?
When did the Ming dynasty end? And who took over control?
Know about movable type and its ramifications
Define despot
How did the Ming attitude toward foreigners affect trade?
Where did Kublai Khan move his capital?
Define meritocracy
Why did Emperor Wen allow the practice of Confucianism, Buddhism and Daoism?
Compare and contrast Mongol rule and the Qing dynasty? **
How was the fall of the Han dynasty similar to the fall of the Roman empire? ** (lesson1)
What type of goods did European traders seek in China?
What was the first European ship to arrive in China?
What were some of the obstacles to unity in China, and how did Emperor Wen overcome them?
What are Mongols? Where are they from?
Study the Tang and Song dynasties- Chinese Culture
Thursday, February 5, 2009
8th Grade Religion Interview
Meet with two leaders in your parish or school and ask them about their roles in the Church and School. Ask each of them which of the offices they feel called to perform most often in their work: priest, prophet, or king? What does performing that role involve? Take notes and share your results in class.
***Please remember to explain what each role means to them****
***Please remember to explain what each role means to them****
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
7th Grade Religion News
Memorial Acclamation Written Quiz Friday Feb 13
All 5 need to be written, spelled, and punctuated correctly
**All oral quizzes need to be completed by Wednesday Feb 11th **
All 5 need to be written, spelled, and punctuated correctly
**All oral quizzes need to be completed by Wednesday Feb 11th **
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
RA the Sun god
OSIRIS the god of the dead.
THORTH the god of records
HORUS Falcon-headed son of Osiris and Isis
SOBEK Crocodile-headed god who ruled water
KHNUM Ram-headed creator god, believed to make newborns from clay
SET God of evil, brother (and murderer of) Osiris
ISIS Goddess of magic, wife of Osiris, mother of Horus, sister of Nephthys
HATHOR the goddess of love
TEFNUT Goddess of rain and moisture
Hapi: makes the water come.
BES: the god of children
SEKMET: the war god
ANUBIS Jackal-looking god of mummies
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