Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Characteristics of the House of Representatives

Rep. Steny Hoyer on the Role of Members of Congress

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) discussed the nature of the House of Representatives and the two year term.

Description

Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) and Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN) discussed the nature of the House of Representatives and the two year term.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • How many years are in a representative’s term?
  • According to Rep. Hoyer, which virtues comprise a republic?
  • How do these virtues impact our country and its leaders?
  • How does Rep. Emmer describe the role of a member in the House of Representatives?

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Republic
    • Virtue

    Topics

    Constitutional Foundation

    Grades

    Middle SchoolHigh School