part one
250-400 wods
Using our discussion as a starting point, write a reflection on our two questions. Remember to use material from this week’s topic pages.
- What do you think were the most important factors moving American colonists to seek a change with Britain; beliefs/philosophy, British actions, etc.
- What were them most important factors in the U.S. winning the war against the British?
part two
250-400 words
Write a reflection this week about executive powers and and their limits.
- Explain Congressional oversight of the president including impeachment, give examples.
- Do you think the limits work?
- What if Congress will not hold the president accountable to the rule of law and the Constitution? (This is the challenge for today’s January 6 Committee.)