Thursday, October 29, 2015

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Showcasing Student Artwork


Brionna, Paul Klee inspired art


Logan, Paul Klee Abstract Cityscape


Aaron, Picasso inspired Monster


Brooke, Picasso inspired Monster


Student display... Group of 7 inspired Canadian landscapes






Wednesday, October 14, 2015

All About our Government Test

On the 21st we will have our Government Quiz. Here is a copy of the study sheet and some handy links to make studying fun.

Canadian Government Study Guide 
You will need to know the following to do well on your quiz. Read over your notes and find the answer to the following questions. Reread your notes and practice answering these questions every night to ensure you know the material.
  1. Who is the Prime Minister of Canada? 
  1. Who is the Governor General? 
  1. What are the three branches of government? (hint: it has to do with laws) 
  1. What are the three levels of government? (hint: all Canada, province, local) 
  1. What type of government is Canada? (Monarchy, Democracy, Parliamentary Democracy) 
  1. Where is Canada's Parliament buildings located? 
  1. What two smaller parts make up Canada's parliament? (think red room and green room) 
  1. The House of Commons is made up of whom? 
  1. Members of Parliament are chosen by? 
  1. How many Political parties are represented in the House of Commons? 
  1. Name five Political Parties. 
  1. Which Political party does the Prime Minister belong to. 
  1. How does the Prime Minister get his job? 
  1. Who selects the Governor General? 
  1. Why is Canada not considered a Monarchy? 
  1. What is the role of the Senate? 
  1. Who chooses the Senators? 
  1. What is the Leader of the Opposition? 
  1. Who is the official Leader of the Opposition? 
  1. How old do you need to be to vote? 
  1. What is an example of a campaign promise? 
  1. How many years can a Prime Minster serve before an election? 
  1. Can there be an election before five years and how is that decided? 
  1. Name two things each level of government is responsible for... 
Federal 
Provincial 
Municipal 
         25. Who is the Mayor of Windsor? 
         26. What is City Council? 
         27. What political party would you vote for and why?

Online games and facts at; 
http://www.cic.gc.ca/English/games/index.asp 
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/canada/#canada-playing-hockey.jpg 
http://www.infoplease.com/country/canada.html
http://settlement.org/ontario/immigration-citizenship/canadian-government/canadian-political-system/what-is-canada-s-political-system/
http://www.parl.gc.ca/about/parliament/education/ourcountryourparliament/pdfs/Booklet-e.pdf