Thursday, November 23, 2006

November 23


Most of today's class was spent reading "The Iron Dice" and preparing for next week's in-class position paper. I have changed the due date of the WWI Dossier assignment to Monday, December 4th.

  • WWI Unit Final is on Wednesday, November 29th (here is the study guide)
  • WWI In-class position paper is on Thursday, November 30th
  • WWI Dossier assignment is due on Monday, December 4th




I did a homework check on your 2006 election party platform charts today. Most of the period was spent creating review questions of our Politics and Government unit. We will be playing a review game next week based on the questions that you will send to me by e-mail tonight.

  • Elections Canada assignment is due tomorrow
  • Send 7 Jeopardy! questions by e-mail tonight before 10 p.m.
  • Government In-Class Position Paper is on Monday, November 27th
  • Political Cartoon Interpretation Assignment is due Wednesday, November 29th
  • Government Unit Final is on Wednesday, November 29th (here is the study guide)

Here are the two PowerPoint presentations that you can use to study this unit:





129 comments:

Anonymous said...

im having diffuculty finding on number one 1. How does a federal election begin? Who is involved in the process?

Anonymous said...

thats so cool how you have the ppts on the blog

Anonymous said...

Does anybody else find it weird how there's a Marijuana Party of Canada?

Anonymous said...

I cant find question number 7-explain waht happens 21 days before polling day?
10-1

Anonymous said...

whoa! powerpoints on a blog!

o.o

Anonymous said...

does #3 ( how many days do you have to vote)just include the advance polling day and the official polling day.

Anonymous said...

can someone help me on question 2 how often do federal elections take place

Anonymous said...

im having trouble getting started n the elections canada thing. where do u find the first one: How does a federal elcetion begin? and whos involved?

Anonymous said...

some one asked about q # 7 i think this is it:
http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=gen&document=ec90795&dir=bkg&lang=e&textonly=false

Anonymous said...

mr.gilchrist you really need to make it easier for people to find the answers to your questions!!!me and another person wroked on it together and we couldnt find anything.

Anonymous said...

i found them all pretty easily only spen ike 20-30 mins on it

Anonymous said...

I was wondering about trench warfare, how long did they spend at the front trench until the rotated

Anonymous said...

Anonymous said...
i found them all pretty easily only spen ike 20-30 mins on it


well we didnt.. wanna send them to us???
:D

Anonymous said...

I am still so confused What is sovereignty????
:D
Social 20-1

Anonymous said...

ppts on teh blog is pwnage

=D

some kid from ss 10-1

Anonymous said...

This is C.N. from SS 20-4, and i have only recieved the powerpoints - Beginnings to stalemate, total war, and allied victory is this all i am supposed to have?
umm if not could you please send me the other that would be much Appreciated
Thank you

Anonymous said...

wow, i cant find any of the answers to the elections worksheet
:(

Anonymous said...

hey mr g. i cannot find any answers AT ALL (except for 2) on the elections canada questions.

Anonymous said...

holy, no kidding

Anonymous said...

so i think everyone should just post their answers and well share!! like a big happy family!!!!!!!!!
:D:D:D:D:D

Anonymous said...

i totally agree with that
good idea :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Anonymous said...

OKKKK WEELLL DOO ITTT!!!!!!
:D:D:D:D:D
post wat u have and well post what we have!

Anonymous said...

all i ahve is what the role of elections canada is

Anonymous said...

i found all exept 123 and 9

the other are the easiest

Anonymous said...

tightt..

Anonymous said...

The role of Elections Canada is to show excellence and leadership in electoral matters. Through the valued efforts of staff members and election officers, the agency serves the needs of both electors and legislators in an innovative, cost-effective and professional manner.

Anonymous said...

u?

Anonymous said...

whats the role of elections canada?

Anonymous said...

haha nvm

Anonymous said...

look up ^
what do u have

Anonymous said...

7. Nominations close 21 days before election day at 2:00pm

Anonymous said...

ok we have 7 , 8, and 4
here they are:

7. Explain what happens 21 days before polling day.
21 days before polling day nominations are closed.
8. What is the role of Elections Canada?
Elections Canada provides support services to the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commissions. Their support services include a variety of professional, financial, technical and administrative functions, including assistance with mapping, census data, publications, advertising and the maintenance of this Web site.
4. What is advance polling? When does this occur?
Being able to go to the polls ahead of time if you are going to be away on vacation, undergoing surgery, etc. It occurs when you are not able to vote at the given voting time.



wat is 1,2,3,5,6,9??

:D:D i am so smart!!!! this is scuh a good idea!!

Anonymous said...

this is WAY too hard mr g.

Anonymous said...

is that roxy?

Anonymous said...

woohoo... only 6 to go :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Anonymous said...

how do u know??
and braden...
haha whois this??

Anonymous said...

i am not roxy

Anonymous said...

hahaha

Anonymous said...

mr g is gonna read this and be like wtf... so i am anonymous to stay out of trouble

Anonymous said...

ill tell u tomorrow after / before class

Anonymous said...

anyone got anything else?

Anonymous said...

is it connor????
CONNORRRR!!!! u better tell us!!!
hahahah

Anonymous said...

no i didnt get anything yet

Anonymous said...

lmfao soc 10 class is like abusing the blog

expect for some total pwnage 2morrow in class lmao

Anonymous said...

no is not connor

Anonymous said...

on a scale of 1-10, this blog just owns =D

Anonymous said...

agreedddd!!!
this is soooo freekin hard!!!!!
i cant find anything!!!! i have like 5!!! i need HELLLPPP!!!!!

Anonymous said...

we all do... :'(

Anonymous said...

does anyone have 1,2,3?

Anonymous said...

AAAHHHHHHHHHHHH we have 2 an three but we guessed do u still want it?

Anonymous said...

i wonder if we'll all get a big F for plagarizing lol

(lol i can't spell today)

Anonymous said...

AAAHHHHHHHHHHHH we have 2 an three but we guessed do u still want it?
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please and thank you

Anonymous said...

wow... gr10s are over taking over the blog...lol what are #1,2,3... maybe i can help :)

social 20

Anonymous said...

wow... gr10s are over taking over the blog


lol no kidding some abuse being done lol i wish i could see mr g face when he see's this lol

Anonymous said...

wow... gr10s are over taking over the blog...lol what are #1,2,3... maybe i can help :)

social 20
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www.elections.ca

go here and find the answers to these questions:

-> How does a federal election begin? Who is involved in the process?

-> How often do federal elections take place?

-> How many days do you have to vote?

Anonymous said...

Uh, yeah, Mr.Gilchrist is probably not posting cause everyone is directly giving away the answers. You were suppose to research the answers by yourself. Things are gonna get ugly.

Anonymous said...

Uh, yeah, Mr.Gilchrist is probably not posting cause everyone is directly giving away the answers. You were suppose to research the answers by yourself. Things are gonna get ugly.
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yes, but most of us are n00bs, cuz these answers are impossible to find

Anonymous said...

for Question 3 I think theres only one day to vote

Kevin Gilchrist said...

mr.gilchrist you really need to make it easier for people to find the answers to your questions!!!me and another person wroked on it together and we couldnt find anything.
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Actually these questions are taken directly from material put together by "Student Vote". I'll see what I can do to help.

Anonymous said...

Yeah thats right they only have one day, or that the answer that i got atleast. See i don't look at it so much as cheeting. I look at it in a more TEAM WORK type of way. I meen it is nice to give a helping hand every now and again.... a helping had with free bathroom soap on it that is.....lol.

Anonymous said...

i think the answer to #3 is one day

Kevin Gilchrist said...

1.How does a federal election begin? Who is involved in the process?
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http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=faq&document=faqelec&lang=e&textonly=false#elec10

Anonymous said...

thank you soo much i looked all over the site using site map and i coudlint find that page wierd

Kevin Gilchrist said...

This is also helpful:
http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=gen&document=elecproc&dir=ces&lang=e&anchor=3&textonly=false#3

Anonymous said...

thank you soooooooooooooooooooo much mr.g

Anonymous said...

hmmm... i believe that federal elections happen at least every five years, and you only get one day to vote... hope that helps :)

social 20

Anonymous said...

how many days?

Kevin Gilchrist said...

hmmm... i believe that federal elections happen at least every five years, and you only get one day to vote... hope that helps :)
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There are advance polls too. Remember if you had me last year, that I ALWAYS cast my ballot at the advance polls, because I'm soooo eager to vote!!

Anonymous said...

hmmm... i believe that federal elections happen at least every five years, and you only get one day to vote... hope that helps :)

social 20
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I'm gonna call u ss20 man :)

so thx ss20 man

ps: no offense if ur a gal :p

Kevin Gilchrist said...

8.What is the role of Elections Canada?
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http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=gen&document=elections&dir=ces&lang=e&anchor=1&textonly=false#1

Anonymous said...

ha... I like that... "ss20 man" ;D

hmmm... but yes, I am a gal... LOL

Anonymous said...

lol guys exept for like 2 questions this assignment wasint that bad lol everyone when insane 2day

Anonymous said...

i still can't find number 1, 5 and 6
=(

Anonymous said...

Who is answering these questions besides Mr. G?

Anonymous said...

so how many days for voting?

Kevin Gilchrist said...

9.Who can not vote in federal elections?
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http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=faq&document=faqvoting&lang=e&textonly=false#voting1

Gives you some indication of who can vote. Remember, incarcerated individuals, and judges. If you're not a Canadian citizen or not of legal voting age, then you wouldn't be able to vote. Also, the chief electoral officer is not allowed to vote, as well as some other higher-ups in Elections Canada.

Anonymous said...

the link to #1 didn't work...

random -> if "ss20 man" is still here than do u prefer ss20 man or ss20 gal, cuz i'm really bored/tense/laughing

Anonymous said...

ok go to the links mr g provided u with gives u the answer to one

5 and 6 are easy just Look for it in voters section and around there

Kevin Gilchrist said...

the link to #1 didn't work...
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Yes, it does. I just tested it. Make sure that you copy and paste all of the address.

Anonymous said...

"ss20 man" has a better ring to it... lol

Anonymous said...

mr g... i need help with #1 = 1. How does a federal election begin?
i have the 2nd part

Anonymous said...

ok, so u r officially ss20 man =D

Anonymous said...

sweet. :P


-ss20 man

Kevin Gilchrist said...

I am still so confused What is sovereignty????
:D
Social 20-1

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I don't have a Social 20-1 class, so I'm assuming that you're one of my students that just made a little mistake. Think of sovereignty as having political control and territorial control of your country's domestic and international affairs. Using Canada as an example, we must maintain our territorial sovereignty by making sure that other countries respect our borders and boundaries. We also have control of our own domestic affairs, we are recognized diplomatically by other countries in the world and these other countries should not interfer in our internal affairs. Does this help?

Kevin Gilchrist said...

wow... gr10s are over taking over the blog


lol no kidding some abuse being done lol i wish i could see mr g face when he see's this lol

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This is part of what the blog is for. You have access to me when you're at home and you get stuck.

Anonymous said...

http://img243.imageshack.us/my.php?image=question1linkiq8.jpg

seriously, the link doesn't work!

Kevin Gilchrist said...

I was wondering about trench warfare, how long did they spend at the front trench until the rotated

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I'm almost positive that I included this in a presentation, I think it was the second presentation where I talked about the organization of the trenches. So please check the presentation called "Beginnings of the War to Stalemate".

Anonymous said...

I agree. this is actaully I very helpful system when you're struggling with homework and stuff :)

Kevin Gilchrist said...

This is C.N. from SS 20-4, and i have only recieved the powerpoints - Beginnings to stalemate, total war, and allied victory is this all i am supposed to have?
umm if not could you please send me the other that would be much Appreciated
Thank you

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You're missing the first one "Causes of World War I"? That's the one where I teach the mnemonic device ANIMAL. Does this ring a bell? If you don't have it, send me an e-mail and I'll respond with the PowerPoint as an attachment.

Anonymous said...

I agree. this is actaully I very helpful system when you're struggling with homework and stuff :)
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I second that post =D

Kevin Gilchrist said...

http://img243.imageshack.us/my.php?image=question1linkiq8.jpg

seriously, the link doesn't work!

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Hmmmm. Weird. Let me see what I can do. Give me some time though.

Anonymous said...

I think we set a record for the most comments on the blog tonight.

Kevin Gilchrist said...

I think that this is the link that you were having troubles with, right?
http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=gen&document=elections&dir=ces&lang=e&anchor=1&textonly=false#1

I think you added a "3" to the end of it, at least that's what the screen capture looked like.

Anonymous said...

i heard last year it was something like 500... oh well. GO SS10 PPL! :)

Kevin Gilchrist said...

I think we set a record for the most comments on the blog tonight.

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You're not even close. Take a look at the archives for these days in the lead up to final exams in June 2006:
http://kgilchrist.blogspot.com/2006/06/june-14-social-10.html

http://kgilchrist.blogspot.com/2006/06/june-15-social-10.html

Anonymous said...

i can't find number 2, can someone help me?

Anonymous said...

the link to #1 still doesn't work......

Anonymous said...

WOW 258 COMMENTS... GUESS WHAT GUYS I FINISHED!!!!!! WOOHOO

Anonymous said...

WOW 258 COMMENTS... GUESS WHAT GUYS I FINISHED!!!!!! WOOHOO
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Yay, good for you! now give us the answer to number 1 =D

Kevin Gilchrist said...

2.How often do federal elections take place?
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Federal elections must be called at least once every five years. So in other words, you can only PM for 5 years at a time, unless you win re-election. Most governments call elections before their 5 year mandate is up though.

Kevin Gilchrist said...

the link to #1 still doesn't work......

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Try using Internet Explorer.

Kevin Gilchrist said...

Survivor break.

Anonymous said...

LIEK ZOMG, WE TOTALLY LIEK HIT ZE 100 COMMENT MARK! YEEHAA

ps: dif kid -> internet explorer didn't work either.,.. can you pleeeeassseee just give us the answer to number 1... with a cherry on top?

Anonymous said...

does anyone have the answer to number one? i'll pay u a dollar.. =D. don't worry i don't lie. :)

Anonymous said...

um....the site to #1 doesn't work for me. I swear, i used internet explorer and mozialla firefox and it still won't open.

Anonymous said...

how many days for voting?....#3?

Anonymous said...

how many days for voting?....#3?
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one

ps: u have the answer to number 1?

Anonymous said...

i think i have an answer for number 1. (i guessed, but i think it'll work cuz all the terms relate. =D)

note: this is pretty much in note form, but ENJOY! :)

-> An election can be called when either the PM's term is up, or a vote of non-confidence os called to the government. The Prime Minister then, must ask to governer general to call a re-elecection.

i think it'll work cuz it has ppl involved, and how it begins. Ur Welcome!!! =D^10

Anonymous said...

ok, pece y'all

-the creator of ss20 man lol/10pm answer to number 1 man

Anonymous said...

i was wondering where you get the maps that you give us in class t color, i wanted to use one for a project, and google is no help.
i wanted one with no writing or color on it so if there is a site i would love to no what it is.

Anonymous said...

#1 works just fine for me

Anonymous said...

would someone share what they got for number 1?

Anonymous said...

i just did, read above

Anonymous said...

seriously, sometimes u guys need to just apply ur knowledge... anyways here's the answer

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i think i have an answer for number 1. (i guessed, but i think it'll work cuz all the terms relate. =D)

note: this is pretty much in note form, but ENJOY! :)

-> An election can be called when either the PM's term is up, or a vote of non-confidence os called to the government. The Prime Minister then, must ask to governer general to call a re-elecection.

i think it'll work cuz it has ppl involved, and how it begins. Ur Welcome!!! =D^10

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Anonymous said...

i was wondering where you get the maps that you give us in class t color, i wanted to use one for a project, and google is no help.
i wanted one with no writing or color on it so if there is a site i would love to no what it is.

Anonymous said...

does anyone know wher i can find what happens 21 days before an election

Anonymous said...

this is # 7 for soc 10
http://www.elections.ca/content.asp?section=gen&document=ec90795&dir=bkg&lang=e&textonly=false

Anonymous said...

ok did anyone get how many days u have to vote.... i kno its one but mr g said something about advanced poling...

Anonymous said...

it's one day to vote.

Anonymous said...

168. (1) Each returning officer shall, as directed by the Chief Electoral Officer, establish in his or her electoral district advance polling districts that group polling divisions

Anonymous said...

oh i forgot to ask the question what does the 168. thing mean?

Anonymous said...

does anyone know wher i can find what happens 21 days before an election
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Twenty-one days before polling day, nominations are closed.

Anonymous said...

anyone going "Against" the essay we have on monday?

social-10

Anonymous said...

no, minority ftw!
-> just in case, ftw = for the win

Anonymous said...

jeesh one thing at a time.... what did u say for the advanced pollingquestion? lol

Anonymous said...

jeesh one thing at a time.... what did u say for the advanced pollingquestion? lol
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An advance poll is when a person is able to go to the polls before the actual voting period. This occurs if you are going on vacation, undergoing surgery etc

ps: PLEASE DON'T COPY/PASTE

=D

Anonymous said...

i wont... thank you :)

Anonymous said...

IM DONE!!!! omg that took an hour and a half.... did every take that long? is anyone actually still on?

Anonymous said...

i'm stil here, lol but it took me WAY more than an hour and a half! =D