8X 2-23-2015 Objective: Describe political developments and leaders during the Progressive Age in the United States. Agenda: Please turn your essay in to the bin. Do Now: What kind of leader was Theodore Roosevelt (from what you know so far)? What characteristics did he have that made him good/bad? What can you personally learn from him about leadership so far? Go over checklist for magnanimous leadership. Continue video on Theodore Roosevelt. Discuss notes. Homework: Write a 12 sentence paragraph to answer the following question: Describe Theodore Roosevelt as a leader. Was he magnanimous? Explain your answer.
Checklist for evaluating magnanimous leadership (More info on Roosevelt starting on page 680) 1. Describe how they possess the four cardinal virtuous: Justice Fortitude Temperance Prudence 2. How were they humble (living in the truth)? Did they know their strengths and weaknesses? 3. Did they help others to be great? How?
President and years in Office Character = Virtues and Vices, personality Challenges and/or failures Accomplishments
Homework Write a 12 sentence paragraph on the following: Describe Theodore Roosevelt as a leader. Was he magnanimous? Explain your answer.