1. Thursday, Dec. 15 1.Update your table of contents DateTitleEntry # 12/8New England Farmer worksheet 66 12/12 Ideas Behind the Constitution notes 67 12/13Creating the Constitution packet 68 12/14Seven Principles of the Constitution 69 12/15 Federalism Activity 70 2. Turn to your next blank page in your spiral and title it: The Mind Walk

2. Seven Principles of the Constitution Use pages 228-231 What do I do? 1. Describe each 2. Draw a picture for each Popular Sovereignty A government in which the people rule Republicanism People vote for representatives to make laws for us Federalism Power is divided between the central government and the states Separation of Powers Divide government roles into branches Checks and Balances Each branch controls the others (“checks”) Limited Government Everyone must obey the law Individual Rights Guarantees personal liberties and privileges

3. Federalism Activity Directions: 1. Title: The Mind Walk 2.Number your paper to 37 3.For each number write the word and then a L (for Local control), S (for state control), or F (for federal control) Ex. 1. Radio = L 2.6:00 = S/F 3.Under penalty of law = F

4. Building Vocabulary - Homework A.Completion Use the following words for part A Republic Shay’s Rebellion Bill of Rights Federalism James Madison B.Matching C.Do NOT do