Homework Help for Law

Rewrite the US Constitution...well, the Preamble, at least

■ use at least one of our four philosopher’s ideas in your new Preamble

■ identify and provide a realistic solution for two specific problems that you believe the US government can and should handle for the good of all Americans

C. What About the Minority? In a democracy, the will of the majority is considered first. Even so, governments still respect the rights of the minority. Think of three ways to solve the following problem:

Your school's student government has money left over from last year. The students hold a vote to decide what to do with the money. Results show 58% of the student body wants to add an ice cream cart to the cafeteria. But the Lactose Intolerant and Proud of It Student Association opposes the decision. They say it would be unfair to spend the money on something not all the students could enjoy.

The student body is looking for a compromise that follows the will of the majority but respects the needs of the minority.

Idea #1:

Idea #2:

Idea #3:

B. Representative or Direct Democracy? Think about the difference between direct and representative democracy. For each situation below, decide which type of democracy would work best:

Your teacher wants you and your classmates to create new class rules about talking during a lesson.

Direct or Representative democracy would best because….

You are part of a national student group that has chapters in every state. The group wants to make some changes to its bylaws.

Direct or Representative democracy would work best because…..

To Serve and Protect. There are many rules out there that are meant to keep you from harm. Think of a rule important to you. Then draw it.

Rule: _______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________

Big Ideas. Each statement below is wrong. Cross out the incorrect parts and correct it on the line.

1. Montesquieu’s thinking only influenced people in France.

2. Montesquieu thought liberty means people can do whatever they want.

3. Separation of powers happens when everyone follows the law.

4. Montesquieu believed a king should have most of the power.

5. Checks and balances means no branch can limit the power of another branch.

To Serve and Protect. There are many rules out there that are meant to keep you from harm. Think of a rule important to you. Then draw it.

Rule: _______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________

Big Ideas. Each statement below is wrong. Cross out the incorrect parts and correct it on the line.

1. Montesquieu’s thinking only influenced people in France.

2. Montesquieu thought liberty means people can do whatever they want.

3. Separation of powers happens when everyone follows the law.

4. Montesquieu believed a king should have most of the power.

5. Checks and balances means no branch can limit the power of another branch.

A. State of Nature. Read the excerpt from Hobbes' book Leviathan and think about what you have already learned about Hobbes. Then complete the chart below describing life with and without government. Check the correct boxes for each condition.

"In such condition, there is no place for industry; ... no knowledge of the face of the earth; no account of time; no arts; no letters; no society; and which is worst of all, continual fear, and danger of violent death; and the life of man, solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short."

- from Leviathan

Without Government

• Life would be peaceful and productive.

• Everyone would have a right to everything.

© There would be a constant state of fear and

danger.

• Arts and science would thrive.

• People wouldn't have spare time to make things or farm the land.

© People would constantly fight with each other.

With Government

• Rules could be made and enforced.

• The life of men would be short, poor, lonely.

- People could expect protection from a ruler.

• There would more time to work, create, and discover.

• Power would be shared with everyone.

• People would give up some power and rights.

B. Cover Art. Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover. Look at a portion of the title page from Leviathan and answer the questions below. (Look closely, the big guy in the middle is made up of people!)

1. List five things you see in this image.

2. Circle the item that represents monarchy, or the king.

3. Draw a square around the item or items that represent power.

4. How might this look different if Hobbes supported a democracy rather than a monarchy?

Directions: Read each question carefully and examine the identified sources. Write the letter of the response that best answers each question on the line provided.

Claim: NATO’s activities in Iraq and Afghanistan reinforces the national security interests of the United States.

1. Which document provides the best evidence to support this claim?

A. Document A

B. Document B

C. Document C

D. Document D

2.  Which of the following best captures the message presented in Document B?

A. NATO allies are not contributing enough to NATO defense operations.

B. The United States is not contributing enough to the NATO defense.

C. NATO military equipment is superior to gear used by its opponents.

D. The United States and NATO allies contribute equally to NATO defense.

3.  Which document provides the best evidence to support the message of Document B?

A. Document A

B. Document C

C. Document D

D. None of the documents presented support the message of Document B.

4.  Which statement from Document A best characterizes the purpose for the creation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization?

A. “The parties to this Treaty reaffirm their faith in the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations…”

B. “They seek to promote stability and well-being in the North Atlantic area.”

C. “The Parties undertake...to refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force…”

D. “They therefore agree to this North Atlantic Treaty…”

Assume that the information provided in Sources A, B, C and D is credible. Complete the following extended response question:

Is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization still relevant to the national security of the United States?

Develop a claim in response to the question.

Cite evidence from the provided sources to support your claim.

Use your knowledge of government in your response.

Questions

Directions: Read each question carefully and examine the identified sources. Write the letter of the response that best answers each question on the line provided.

Claim: NATO’s activities in Iraq and Afghanistan reinforces the national security interests of the United States.

_____  1. Which document provides the best evidence to support this claim?

Document A

Document B

Document C

Document D

_____  2.  Which of the following best captures the message presented in Document B?

NATO allies are not contributing enough to NATO defense operations.

The United States is not contributing enough to the NATO defense.

NATO military equipment is superior to gear used by its opponents.

The United States and NATO allies contribute equally to NATO defense.

_____ 3.  Which document provides the best evidence to support the message of Document B?

Document A

Document C

Document D

None of the documents presented support the message of Document B.

_____  4.  Which statement from Document A best characterizes the purpose for the creation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization?

“The parties to this Treaty reaffirm their faith in the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations…”

“They seek to promote stability and well-being in the North Atlantic area.”

“The Parties undertake...to refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force…”

“They therefore agree to this North Atlantic Treaty…”

Fundamentals rights

In India, there are six fundamental rights that every citizen is entitled to. These include the right to equality, freedom of speech, and freedom of expression.

Additionally, all individuals have the freedom to practice and propagate any religion of their choice. This is a crucial aspect of India's diverse cultural fabric.

The cultural and educational rights of India protect the rights of cultural, religious, and linguistic minorities. This enables them to conserve their heritage and maintain their unique identities without fear of discrimination.

A. Put It In Perspective. Shade in the Enlightenment on the timeline. (Find the dates in the reading.)

1600 -

1650 -

1700 -

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1750 -

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1800 -

1850 -

1900 -

***See the attachments***

B. Speech and the Social Contract. The U.S. Constitution says the government cannot limit freedom of speech. Is freedom of speech necessary in order to enjoy our natural rights? Pick ONE natural right and explain why it can’t be fully enjoyed without freedom of speech.

Without freedom of speech, it would be difficult to have. Life OR Liberty OR Property OR Happiness because…..

B. Speech and the Social Contract. The U.S. Constitution says the government cannot limit freedom of speech. Is freedom of speech necessary in order to enjoy our natural rights? Pick ONE natural right and explain why it can’t be fully enjoyed without freedom of speech.

Without freedom of speech, it would be difficult to have. Life OR Liberty OR Property OR Happiness because…..

B. Which is best? Read each scenario and decide which type of government makes the most sense. Would a direct democracy like in Athens work best, or would a republic like in Rome make more sense?

Your neighborhood wants to choose a spot for building a new dog park. How should you and the residents of the other 30 homes decide?

Everybody votes in a direct democracy! OR Select one representative from each home to speak for their family. WHY?