I can use reading and listening strategies in order to answer questions about what I have read or heard
I know the irregualr verbs 46-60 by heart
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Lesson plan
Crossing Borders
Exercises 1-2-3
The Dutch and Ireland
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Henry VIII
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William & Mary
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The American Election
American Election
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Understanding American Elections: How Does It Work?
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Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will understand the process of American elections and the key elements involved.
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What do you already know about American elections?
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Slide 1: Overview of American Elections
American elections are held every four years to elect the President and Vice President. The process involves primaries, caucuses, and the electoral college.
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Slide 2: Primaries and Caucuses
Primaries and caucuses are the initial stages where political parties select their candidates for the general election. They involve voting and meetings to determine party support.
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Slide 3: The General Election
The general election is when voters cast their ballots for the presidential and vice-presidential candidates. It takes place on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
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Slide 4: The Electoral College
The electoral college is a group of electors who officially elect the President and Vice President. Each state has a certain number of electors based on its representation in Congress.
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Slide 5: Key Players in American Elections
Key players include candidates, political parties, voters, the media, and election officials. Each plays a crucial role in the election process.
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Slide 6: Voter Registration and Eligibility
To participate in the American elections, individuals must register to vote and meet eligibility requirements such as age,citizenship, and residency.
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Slide 7: Election Day and Results
Election day is when voters cast their ballots, and the results are tallied. The candidate who receives the majority of electoral voteswins the election.
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How to become president: put in the correct order
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primaries-caucuses - national convention - campaigning - electoral college
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primaries-caucuses - electoral college - electoral college - campaigning
C
national convention - campaigning
electoral college - primaries-caucuses
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electoral college - campaigning - national convention - primaries-caucuses
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The founding fathers (de stichters van de VS) chose to use the electoral college because:
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Back then that was normal
B
Because that's the most democratic option
C
to confuse people who don't live in America
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They were afraid that the people wouldn't always pick the best president.
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Which of the following is a requirement to be eligible to run for President of the United States?
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Having lived in the United States for at least 14 years