Description

This Bell Ringer can be used after students have been introduced to the government’s system of checks and balances. Students will explore an example of one of the President’s checks on the legislative branch. President Truman called for a special session of Congress during his reelection campaign in 1948. Truman called this special session for July 26, 1948, this date in Missouri is annually known as Turnip Day. Students will hear from Truman directly on why he calls Congress back into session. You may use this bell ringer with the whole class. Have students turn and talk with a partner to answer the questions. Have some of the groups share their answers. Teacher can also opt to use the worksheet in the Additional Resources section and assign it to students through Google Classroom, Schoology, or other platform.