Homework (1-5)

Students should complete their notes organizer (outline) over city and county government.  Notes will be due on Thursday, 12/3.

1-5 Period Unit 6 Guide

SS8CG5 The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia.
a. Explain the origins, functions, purposes, and differences of county and city governments in Georgia.
b. Compare and contrast the weak mayor-council, the strong mayor-council, and the council-manager forms of city government.
c. Describe the functions of special-purpose governments.
d. Evaluate the role of local government working with state agencies to administer state programs.

City Government - New Georgia Encyclopedia
County Government - New Georgia Encyclopedia

SS8CG6 The student will explain how the Georgia court system treats juvenile offenders.
a. Explain the difference between delinquent behavior and unruly behavior and the consequences of each
b. Describe the rights of juveniles when taken into custody.
c. Describe the juvenile justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the juvenile justice process.
d. Explain the seven delinquent behaviors that can subject juvenile offenders to the adult criminal process, how the decision to transfer to adult court is made, and the possible consequences.

SS8E4 The student will identify revenue sources for and services provided by state and
local governments.
a. Trace sources of state revenue such as sales taxes, federal grants, personal income taxes, and property taxes.
b. Explain the distribution of state revenue to provide services.
c. Evaluate how choices are made given the limited revenues of state and local governments.

CG5 Formative - Friday, 12/4

Unit 6 Test - 12/15

RETAKE

CG4 Quiz Retake will be Wednesday 11/2 before and after school.

ADDITIONAL Study Resources
Judicial Branch Overview - New Georgia Encyclopedia

7th Period Unit Guide

SS8CG5 The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia.

a. Explain the origins, functions, purposes, and differences of county and city governments in Georgia.

b. Compare and contrast the weak mayor-council, the strong mayor-council, and the council-manager forms of city government.

c. Describe the functions of special-purpose governments.

d. Evaluate the role of local government working with state agencies to administer state programs.

SS8E4 The student will identify revenue sources for and services provided by state and

local governments.

a. Trace sources of state revenue such as sales taxes, federal grants, personal income taxes, and property taxes.

b. Explain the distribution of state revenue to provide services.

c. Evaluate how choices are made given the limited revenues of state and local governments.

CG5 Vocab Quiz - 11/13

CG5 Formative Quiz - 11/16

Unit Test - 11/19

Today in Class

1-5

- CG3 Formative Quiz
- Criminal vs Civil Law
- Felony vs Misdemeanor
- HW: Finish notes on textbook pages 110 - 111.

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- CG5 Lecture
- Gallopade Lesson

1-5 Period Unit Guide

Unit 5

SS8CG3 The student will analyze the role of the executive branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the qualifications, term, election, and duties of the governor and lieutenant governor.
b. Describe the organization of the executive branch, with emphasis on major policy areas of state programs; include education, human resources, public safety, transportation, economic development, and natural resources.
c. Evaluate how the executive branch fulfills its role through state agencies that administer programs and enforce laws.

SS8CG4 The student will analyze the role of the judicial branch in Georgia state government.
a. Explain the structure of the court system in Georgia including trial and appellate procedures and how judges are selected.
b. Explain the difference between criminal law and civil law.
c. Describe the adult justice system, emphasizing the different jurisdictions, terminology, and steps in the criminal justice process.
d. Describe ways to avoid trouble and settle disputes peacefully.
e. Evaluate how the judicial branch fulfills its role in interpreting the laws of Georgia and ensuring justice in our legal system.

CG3 Formative Quiz 11/12

CG4 Formative Quiz 11/18

UNIT TEST 11/20

EXTRA CREDIT

Watch the 4th GOP debate.

Link

Record 5 things that you learned about the candidates.  Each of your answers should be a few sentences long.

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- CG3 Quiz is Tomorrow (11/12).  Make sure you study.

CG2 Lecture Notes

LINK

H4, CG1, CG2 UNIT TEST TOMORROW. (11/5)

Benchmark Test FRIDAY. (11/6)