ASSIGNMENT 1-4

Answer each question with between 120 and 150 words. Type answers in a single Word document

1st Assignemnt

Respond to the following questions. Watch video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_CDGCGQFDU

1. Discuss the principle of federalism as outlined in the Constitution. How does the Supremacy Clause affect state laws?

2. Discuss the case of McCulloch v. Maryland. Why is the case a landmark decision and still important today?

2nd Assignemnt

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VP13yJu-h30

1. Watch the video above about free speech. Do you believe there should be limits to free speech in this country? If so, what kind of limits should we place on speech?

2. In light of the recent school shootings in Connecticut, Oregon, and other states, is there any middle ground in the argument between gun control advocates and groups like the NRA? Explain.

3rd

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTGHLdr-iak

https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=ECD5CB52988D815420&v=_fEjVzJqCkI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umctS43vVJI

A.

1. Explain the significance of the 14th Amendment to American Civil Rights.

2. Discuss specifically the significance of the case of Brown v. Board of Education (1954).

3. Discuss the significance of the 19th Amendment for women. How did this amendment change women's rights in this country?

B.

1. Explain the role of polls in understanding public opinion. Do you think polls are helpful for explaining public opinion? Why or why not?

2. Compare and contrast liberalism v. conservatism on both economic and social issues.

4th Assignemnt

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3L2513JFJsY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Unj-kcGOe5I

1. Is there media bias in America? Yes or no? Explain

2. How has the internet changed the way news is covered in the US? What are the benefits and drawbacks of relying on internet sources for our news?