DAILY AGENDA: Global Studies

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016

What well learn
Today, were going to learn about very different types of governments. Well start out with
our historical figure campaign presentations. This will give us a chance to consider the
strengths and weaknesses of key historical figures. After engaging in our mock election,
well journey back to a time when elections were illegal -- 16th Century France.

How well get there

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Do Now: If I were queen (or king)...

Group Presentations
Mock Election
Power Point: France Under King Louis XIV

Why this matters

America was designed as a republic with three coequal branches of government. However,
over the decades the role of the president has become more and more powerful. At the
same time, other elected leaders, such as Vladimir Putin in Russia, are using the tools of
democracy to wield significant autonomous power. As the world is increasingly dominated
by strong individual leaders, its a good idea to look back at history and some of the ways
strong leaders impacted previous generations.

By the end of this class, youll be able to

Explain how King Henry IV rebuilt France after the wars of religion
Define absolute monarchy and its impact on society

What youll hand in

Ballot Decision worksheets

What to do if you finish early

Work on your Current Event or begin reading through Chapter 4 Section 2.

Extra Duty
If you were late or assigned the Extra Duty assignment, pick up a copy of the Vocabulary
Builder worksheet in the Extra Duty folder on the front table.

Do Now
Instructions: Imagine you were a queen or king with total power over the United States.
What are the first three things you would do with your power?