1. Warm-Up, October 17
What do you think should be the consequences for violating someone’s human rights? Should the consequence be different based on what right is violated? What right do you think should carry the most serious consequence when violated? (This should be a short paragraph response—AT LEAST 4 sentences)

2. Warm-up, October 18
In the U.S., citizens have the right to vote beginning at age 18. Do you think this is an appropriate age? Why or why not? If you think it should change, what age should it be and why? (This should be a short paragraph response, at least 3 sentences)

3. Warm-up, October 19
What does the word “amendment” mean? The Bill of Rights consists of Amendments 1-10 of the Constitution. Some states refused to sign the original constitution in 1789 until they were promised a Bill of Rights would be forthcoming. Why do you think they might have been so hesitant to sign the constitution without that promise? (Try to write at least 3 sentences.)

4. Warm-up, October 20
Who do you think should have the right to propose an amendment to the constitution? Currently, Congress proposes the amendments and the state legislatures vote on them. Do you think the public should be allowed to vote on such matters? Why or why not? (4 sentences) There will be no warm-up tomorrow. Turn in your warm-up today.