Lab+Assignments+3-31-10

Complete the following activities:

Remember the guidelines for internet use... no free-surfing! Stick to the script!

1. Complete the charts and answer the questions on this worksheet (print it) .

Use the following websites to find your information:

www.house.gov

www.senate.gov

www.oyez.org (use "search" tool for court cases)

2. Summarize the points that Edmund Burke made in his speech to the Bristol Electors about the responsibilities of a representative to his constituents. Read the document here: Edmund Burke on Representatives

>>>To write your summary of his main points, click on "Discussion" tab at top-of-page, and join wikispaces. >>>For username: use "first-name-last initial" then choose a password, then enter your school e-mail address. >>>You will not have to "join the wiki" to leave your discussion comments.

Assignment 3 is optional, if you have additional time (spare time over spring break?):

3. Try out this "game" Redistricting Game