Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Emergency Presidential Powers

Emergency Presidential Powers

Author Chris Edelson discusses Emergency Presidential Powers.

Description

Author Chris Edelson discusses Emergency Presidential Powers.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • Explain how Mr. Edelson describes Emergency Presidential Power.
  • Which part of the Constitution enumerates the powers of Congress? Which part of the Constitution lists the Presidential powers?
  • Explain the two schools of thought on Emergency Presidential Powers.
  • In your opinion, is it worth examining historical records in order to determine the best course of action on the issues of today? Explain your reasoning.

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Commander-in-chief
    • Congress
    • Constitutional Convention
    • Executive Power
    • Framers
    • Habeas Corpus
    • Militia
    • Plenary
    • Rebellion

    Topics

    Constitutional FoundationExecutive Branch

    Grades

    High SchoolUniversity