Barack Obama was re-elected as President of the United States, defeating Mitt Romney in a close election. The results hinged on several swing states, and once Ohio went for the Democrats, Obama secured over 270 electoral votes needed for victory. It was an expensive and contentious campaign, with many voters complaining the ads from both sides were overly negative and focused more on attacking opponents than outlining policies. In the end, a majority of Americans believed Obama was trying hardest to address the country's economic problems.
The document provides background information on Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and the roots of 9/11. It discusses key topics such as:
1) The geopolitical history of Afghanistan and its role as a buffer state between Russia and British India.
2) The Soviet war in Afghanistan in the 1970s-80s and the rise of anti-Soviet mujahideen fighters and Taliban factions.
3) Saudi Arabia's relationship with the US and its role as a major oil producer, as well as the wealthy Bin Laden family and Osama Bin Laden's opposition to the Saudi monarchy.
4) The immediate and long-term causes of the 9/11 attacks, including Bin Laden's funding
This document provides an overview of the book "Rogue State: A Guide to the World's Only Superpower" by William Blum. It includes an author's foreword discussing how the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the US related to actions taken by the US globally. The foreword argues that the attacks were a form of retaliation for decades of US military, economic and political oppression in the Middle East. It also notes that US actions globally have created hatred and potential for terrorism in other regions like Latin America as well. The document then provides a table of contents, outlining 27 chapters that discuss various controversial US foreign policy actions and covert operations that have impacted other nations.
Dubious tool of state craft designed for profiteeringAgha A
This document discusses the ineffectiveness of US drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen between 2007-2015. The key points made are:
- US drone strikes targeted the wrong areas and groups, failing to hit the real killers of US troops in Afghanistan. The areas targeted - North and South Waziristan - had no connection to 90% of US casualties, which came from infiltrations from Balochistan.
- US decision makers incorrectly assessed who was responsible for attacks on US troops. The largest group operating from Balochistan caused 90% of US deaths but was never targeted. Drone strikes were directed at areas identified by the Pakistani military rather than going after the actual threats.
- As a result,
This document contains summaries of multiple opinions on the Iran nuclear deal from various experts and commentators. Some key points made include:
- The deal will constrain Iran's nuclear program and allow for extensive monitoring, but critics argue it leaves too much of Iran's infrastructure intact and will provide billions to Iran to fund terrorism.
- The deal is a diplomatic victory for Obama but could come at a political cost as Republicans strongly oppose it. However, rejecting the deal risks war and has no better alternative.
- The deal's success depends on if Iran moderates over time as it reintegrates economically with the West or if it uses new funds to further destabilize the region through proxies like Hezbollah
This document provides an overview of several wars in Asia and the Middle East involving the United States since World War II. It discusses the Korean War where North Korea was backed by China and the U.S. supported South Korea. It also covers the Vietnam War where the U.S. fought communist rebels in North Vietnam supported by China. The document then summarizes the war in Afghanistan where the U.S. targeted Al Qaeda training camps after 9/11 and the war in Iraq where the U.S. invaded to depose Saddam Hussein and search for weapons of mass destruction. Most recently, it discusses the U.S. shift to focus its efforts on fighting terrorists in Afghanistan.
The document provides advice on how to give an effective inaugural address or speech, drawing from examples of both effective and ineffective inaugural speeches from US presidents throughout history. It recommends keeping the speech concise, inspiring hope in the audience, and drawing from eloquent historical examples while avoiding sounding confused or mangling familiar quotes.
Comments on bill roggios drone strikes nov 2010Agha A
The document discusses criticisms of US drone strikes in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It questions the reliability of data on drone strikes, whether drones are an effective strategy, and suggests they may be counterproductive by fueling anti-American sentiment. It also criticizes the role of American businesses and their influence on US policy in Afghanistan.
The document summarizes the key differences between the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States. It outlines that Democrats generally support social programs, environmental protection, and equal rights, while Republicans support conservative economic policies and tougher security measures. The document also provides brief biographies of former presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, contrasting their priorities as leaders from the Republican and Democratic parties respectively.
The document provides background information on Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and the roots of 9/11. It discusses key topics such as:
1) The geopolitical history of Afghanistan and its role as a buffer state between Russia and British India.
2) The Soviet war in Afghanistan in the 1970s-80s and the rise of anti-Soviet mujahideen fighters and Taliban factions.
3) Saudi Arabia's relationship with the US and its role as a major oil producer, as well as the wealthy Bin Laden family and Osama Bin Laden's opposition to the Saudi monarchy.
4) The immediate and long-term causes of the 9/11 attacks, including Bin Laden's funding
This document provides an overview of the book "Rogue State: A Guide to the World's Only Superpower" by William Blum. It includes an author's foreword discussing how the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the US related to actions taken by the US globally. The foreword argues that the attacks were a form of retaliation for decades of US military, economic and political oppression in the Middle East. It also notes that US actions globally have created hatred and potential for terrorism in other regions like Latin America as well. The document then provides a table of contents, outlining 27 chapters that discuss various controversial US foreign policy actions and covert operations that have impacted other nations.
Dubious tool of state craft designed for profiteeringAgha A
This document discusses the ineffectiveness of US drone strikes in Pakistan and Yemen between 2007-2015. The key points made are:
- US drone strikes targeted the wrong areas and groups, failing to hit the real killers of US troops in Afghanistan. The areas targeted - North and South Waziristan - had no connection to 90% of US casualties, which came from infiltrations from Balochistan.
- US decision makers incorrectly assessed who was responsible for attacks on US troops. The largest group operating from Balochistan caused 90% of US deaths but was never targeted. Drone strikes were directed at areas identified by the Pakistani military rather than going after the actual threats.
- As a result,
This document contains summaries of multiple opinions on the Iran nuclear deal from various experts and commentators. Some key points made include:
- The deal will constrain Iran's nuclear program and allow for extensive monitoring, but critics argue it leaves too much of Iran's infrastructure intact and will provide billions to Iran to fund terrorism.
- The deal is a diplomatic victory for Obama but could come at a political cost as Republicans strongly oppose it. However, rejecting the deal risks war and has no better alternative.
- The deal's success depends on if Iran moderates over time as it reintegrates economically with the West or if it uses new funds to further destabilize the region through proxies like Hezbollah
This document provides an overview of several wars in Asia and the Middle East involving the United States since World War II. It discusses the Korean War where North Korea was backed by China and the U.S. supported South Korea. It also covers the Vietnam War where the U.S. fought communist rebels in North Vietnam supported by China. The document then summarizes the war in Afghanistan where the U.S. targeted Al Qaeda training camps after 9/11 and the war in Iraq where the U.S. invaded to depose Saddam Hussein and search for weapons of mass destruction. Most recently, it discusses the U.S. shift to focus its efforts on fighting terrorists in Afghanistan.
The document provides advice on how to give an effective inaugural address or speech, drawing from examples of both effective and ineffective inaugural speeches from US presidents throughout history. It recommends keeping the speech concise, inspiring hope in the audience, and drawing from eloquent historical examples while avoiding sounding confused or mangling familiar quotes.
Comments on bill roggios drone strikes nov 2010Agha A
The document discusses criticisms of US drone strikes in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It questions the reliability of data on drone strikes, whether drones are an effective strategy, and suggests they may be counterproductive by fueling anti-American sentiment. It also criticizes the role of American businesses and their influence on US policy in Afghanistan.
The document summarizes the key differences between the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States. It outlines that Democrats generally support social programs, environmental protection, and equal rights, while Republicans support conservative economic policies and tougher security measures. The document also provides brief biographies of former presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, contrasting their priorities as leaders from the Republican and Democratic parties respectively.
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What was the primary long-term effect of Rosa Park’s refusal to give up her seat on the bus in 1955?
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c. Growth in the number of non-violent demonstrations for civil rights throughout the country
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No ...
Red Meets Blue Left Rt Perspective On 2008 ElectionBennet Kelley
The document discusses predictions for the 2008 US election between Obama and McCain. It outlines ways each candidate could win based on polling in key states, and factors like voter turnout and demographics that favor Obama. Congressional predictions suggest Democrats will maintain control of both houses but may not expand majorities. The summary concludes by noting the difficulty of predicting elections and citing past inaccurate predictions.
Question 1 Before the Revolutionary War, most American colon.docxIRESH3
Question 1
Before the Revolutionary War, most American colonists called themselves _____.
A.
"Americans"
B.
"Frenchmen"
C.
"Englishmen"
D.
"Bad, Bad Leroy Brown"
Question 2
The British increased taxes (Thomas Paine said "unfairly") to help pay for _____.
A.
the Revolutionary War.
B.
the French and Indian War.
C.
the Irish Rebellion.
D.
a GSA convention.
Question 3
Under the Articles of Confederation, _____.
A.
the federal government could not impose taxes.
B.
there were three branches of government.
C.
Washington, D.C. was declared the nation's capitol.
D.
the "Star-Spangled Banner" was to be played before every baseball game.
Question 4
1.
The first ten Amendments are called _____.
A.
the Bill of Rights.
B.
the Declaration of Independence.
C.
Common Sense.
D.
the Top Ten List.
Question 5
In America, the first two parties were the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists. They were divided over _____.
A.
how electoral votes are cast.
B.
how much power the Supreme Court should have.
C.
the adoption of the constitution.
D.
expansion.
Question 6
The political party in power has the responsibility of staffing the executive branch as well as creating networks among elected officials to obtain support for policy.
True
False
Question 7
The power of the judicial branch to determine if laws are constitutional or not was first defined in Marbury v. Madison.
True
False
Question 8
Which of these powers are shared by both federal and state governments?
A.
Collecting taxes.
B.
Spending money for the betterment of the general welfare.
C.
Making and enforcing laws.
D.
All of these powers are shared by federal and state governments!
Question 9
The "Minutemen" were famous American volunteers. They got their name because they were ready to fight _____.
A.
the British.
B.
with their own muskets.
C.
at a minute's notice.
D.
for their rights.
Question 10
Some colonists were forced by the British to provide _____ for their soldiers.
A.
Housing
B.
Ammunition
C.
Uniforms
D.
Lunch
Question 1
1. Typically, an interest group is formed to _____.
A.
promote a single, specific idea.
B.
create its own political party.
C.
impeach corrupt elected officials.
D.
start bank accounts that earn interest.
Question 2
1. Which of these is a characteristic of the American electoral process?
A.
A Presidential candidate can win all of a state's electoral votes without getting a majority of votes in that state.
B.
A Presidential candidate must win a majority of all electoral votes in order to become President.
C.
The number of electoral votes for a state is its total number of Senators (two) and Representatives (at least one).
D.
All of these are characteristics of the American electoral process!
Question 3
1. George Washington set many precedents as the first President. Which of these were his ideas?
A.
Serve only two terms - eight years.
B.
Create a group of advisors, called the ...
Senator Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States, becoming the first African American to hold that office. He defeated Republican Senator John McCain in a decisive victory. Obama's message of change and hope resonated with voters and helped drive record turnout. Democrats also expanded their control of Congress, gaining additional seats in both the House and Senate. Obama will take office facing enormous challenges, including reviving the struggling economy and ending the war in Iraq, but his victory represented a historic transformation and increasing acceptance of racial diversity in America.
This document provides a summary of recent news and events related to Germany, the US election, and Jewish issues:
1) It discusses the ongoing circumcision debate in Germany, including criticism from Jewish leaders who see it as threatening a core Jewish practice and identity.
2) It summarizes polling data showing President Obama maintaining a strong lead over Mitt Romney among Jewish voters in the US, around 70% support.
3) It covers tensions between Obama and Netanyahu over Iran's nuclear program, with analysts saying the US-Israel alliance remains strong despite personal disagreements.
Early American HistoryFall 2014Final ExamDirections1. Please.docxshandicollingwood
Early American History
Fall 2014
Final Exam
Directions
1. Please put away all your personal belongings, including cell phones.
2. Be sure to use a number two pencil to fill out your scantron. Make sure the
bubbles are clearly marked and that only one bubble is marked for each question.
Questions that have two bubbles selected will be marked wrong.
3. Be sure to mark your answers on the exam itself by circling the letter of the
appropriate response (a,b,c,d). Check your answers on the exam and scantron to
make sure they match.
4. Make sure your NAME is on BOTH the SCANTRON and EXAM
5. If you have any questions, please raise your hand.
6. You may leave once you have finished the exam, but please exit quietly out of
respect for your peers. Leave both your scantron and exam on front table.
Thank you for a great semester, and good luck!
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read carefully and CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER (25 points)
1. Hamilton’s debt assumption program meant that
a. The state governments would have to pay off their debts at face value
b. The federal government would pay off all the states’ debt at market value
c. The state governments would have to pay off their debts at market value
d. The federal government would pay off all the states’ debt at face value
2. Hamilton’s funded debt program meant that
a. The federal government would pay off all debt
b. The federal government would make regular payments on the debt but not
pay it off immediately
c. The federal government would cancel all debts to increase available funds
d. The federal government would take out new loans to pay off old debts
3. Hamilton’s tariff program was first and foremost aimed at
a. Protecting American manufacturers
b. Raising revenue
c. Weakening the power of southern slave states
d. Strengthening state governments 4. Hamilton argued that the BUS was constitutional under
a. The Necessary and Proper Clause
b. The Supremacy Clause
c. The Interstate Commerce Clause
d. Judicial Review
5. The Jay Treaty
a. Strengthened the Federalist party
b. Undermined the Federalist party
c. Allied the US with the French
d. Allied the US with the British in war against the French
6. The power of “judicial review” established
a. The President’s authority to appoint and remove members of the federal
judiciary
b. A court's authority to examine an executive or legislative act and to
invalidate that act if it is contrary to constitutional principle
c. Congress’ authority to review decisions made by the Supreme Court
d. The states’ authority to review decisions made by the federal judiciary
7. The most controversial aspect of the Embargo of 1807 was that it
a. Banned trade with Britain
b. Banned trade with France
c. Banned Americans from engaging in any overseas foreign trade
d. Banned trade with the West Indies
8. The Treaty of San Ildefonso threatened the US because
a. It brought Britain and Spain into an alliance against the United States
b. It retroceded Spanish Louisiana to the French
c. It ended American.
1. In his 2012 acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention, President Barack Obama made his case for re-election by appealing to Americans emotionally, logically, and through his record of accomplishments.
2. He discussed America's economic problems and proposed fixing them through tax cuts, job growth, and controlling spending on programs like Medicare and education.
3. Obama also reminded voters of successes in his first term like ending the Iraq war, focusing on terrorists, and killing Osama bin Laden.
Americans retreated from the New World Order” because at. Fundcheryllwashburn
The document discusses Americans retreating from the "New World Order" in the post-Cold War era due to: stagnating defense spending, questioning the morality of overwhelming military victory, difficulties accomplishing goals, and failure to rescue soldiers in Somalia. It also discusses families with at-home parents declining from two-thirds in the 1950s to 10% by 2000.
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The modern feminist movement became more organized and focused after the
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d. passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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The members of the counterculture movement were mostly
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Conservatives placed the blame for the increasing permissiveness in society on
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c. helped propel Richard M. Nixon into the White House.
d. largely ineffective
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c. Geraldine Ferrarro
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Which group was founded specifically to address the grievances of women that were not adequately addressed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
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What was the primary long-term effect of Rosa Park’s refusal to give up her seat on the bus in 1955?
Select one:
a. Higher unemployment among African Americans in Montgomery
b. Violent racial confrontations between blacks and whites in Montgomery
c. Growth in the number of non-violent demonstrations for civil rights throughout the country
d. Recognition that civil rights demonstrations required government support to succeed
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Which of the following was not one of the methods Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. used to protest racial discrimination?
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b. sit ins
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d. non violent demonstrations
Question 11
No ...
Red Meets Blue Left Rt Perspective On 2008 ElectionBennet Kelley
The document discusses predictions for the 2008 US election between Obama and McCain. It outlines ways each candidate could win based on polling in key states, and factors like voter turnout and demographics that favor Obama. Congressional predictions suggest Democrats will maintain control of both houses but may not expand majorities. The summary concludes by noting the difficulty of predicting elections and citing past inaccurate predictions.
Question 1 Before the Revolutionary War, most American colon.docxIRESH3
Question 1
Before the Revolutionary War, most American colonists called themselves _____.
A.
"Americans"
B.
"Frenchmen"
C.
"Englishmen"
D.
"Bad, Bad Leroy Brown"
Question 2
The British increased taxes (Thomas Paine said "unfairly") to help pay for _____.
A.
the Revolutionary War.
B.
the French and Indian War.
C.
the Irish Rebellion.
D.
a GSA convention.
Question 3
Under the Articles of Confederation, _____.
A.
the federal government could not impose taxes.
B.
there were three branches of government.
C.
Washington, D.C. was declared the nation's capitol.
D.
the "Star-Spangled Banner" was to be played before every baseball game.
Question 4
1.
The first ten Amendments are called _____.
A.
the Bill of Rights.
B.
the Declaration of Independence.
C.
Common Sense.
D.
the Top Ten List.
Question 5
In America, the first two parties were the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists. They were divided over _____.
A.
how electoral votes are cast.
B.
how much power the Supreme Court should have.
C.
the adoption of the constitution.
D.
expansion.
Question 6
The political party in power has the responsibility of staffing the executive branch as well as creating networks among elected officials to obtain support for policy.
True
False
Question 7
The power of the judicial branch to determine if laws are constitutional or not was first defined in Marbury v. Madison.
True
False
Question 8
Which of these powers are shared by both federal and state governments?
A.
Collecting taxes.
B.
Spending money for the betterment of the general welfare.
C.
Making and enforcing laws.
D.
All of these powers are shared by federal and state governments!
Question 9
The "Minutemen" were famous American volunteers. They got their name because they were ready to fight _____.
A.
the British.
B.
with their own muskets.
C.
at a minute's notice.
D.
for their rights.
Question 10
Some colonists were forced by the British to provide _____ for their soldiers.
A.
Housing
B.
Ammunition
C.
Uniforms
D.
Lunch
Question 1
1. Typically, an interest group is formed to _____.
A.
promote a single, specific idea.
B.
create its own political party.
C.
impeach corrupt elected officials.
D.
start bank accounts that earn interest.
Question 2
1. Which of these is a characteristic of the American electoral process?
A.
A Presidential candidate can win all of a state's electoral votes without getting a majority of votes in that state.
B.
A Presidential candidate must win a majority of all electoral votes in order to become President.
C.
The number of electoral votes for a state is its total number of Senators (two) and Representatives (at least one).
D.
All of these are characteristics of the American electoral process!
Question 3
1. George Washington set many precedents as the first President. Which of these were his ideas?
A.
Serve only two terms - eight years.
B.
Create a group of advisors, called the ...
Senator Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States, becoming the first African American to hold that office. He defeated Republican Senator John McCain in a decisive victory. Obama's message of change and hope resonated with voters and helped drive record turnout. Democrats also expanded their control of Congress, gaining additional seats in both the House and Senate. Obama will take office facing enormous challenges, including reviving the struggling economy and ending the war in Iraq, but his victory represented a historic transformation and increasing acceptance of racial diversity in America.
This document provides a summary of recent news and events related to Germany, the US election, and Jewish issues:
1) It discusses the ongoing circumcision debate in Germany, including criticism from Jewish leaders who see it as threatening a core Jewish practice and identity.
2) It summarizes polling data showing President Obama maintaining a strong lead over Mitt Romney among Jewish voters in the US, around 70% support.
3) It covers tensions between Obama and Netanyahu over Iran's nuclear program, with analysts saying the US-Israel alliance remains strong despite personal disagreements.
Early American HistoryFall 2014Final ExamDirections1. Please.docxshandicollingwood
Early American History
Fall 2014
Final Exam
Directions
1. Please put away all your personal belongings, including cell phones.
2. Be sure to use a number two pencil to fill out your scantron. Make sure the
bubbles are clearly marked and that only one bubble is marked for each question.
Questions that have two bubbles selected will be marked wrong.
3. Be sure to mark your answers on the exam itself by circling the letter of the
appropriate response (a,b,c,d). Check your answers on the exam and scantron to
make sure they match.
4. Make sure your NAME is on BOTH the SCANTRON and EXAM
5. If you have any questions, please raise your hand.
6. You may leave once you have finished the exam, but please exit quietly out of
respect for your peers. Leave both your scantron and exam on front table.
Thank you for a great semester, and good luck!
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read carefully and CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER (25 points)
1. Hamilton’s debt assumption program meant that
a. The state governments would have to pay off their debts at face value
b. The federal government would pay off all the states’ debt at market value
c. The state governments would have to pay off their debts at market value
d. The federal government would pay off all the states’ debt at face value
2. Hamilton’s funded debt program meant that
a. The federal government would pay off all debt
b. The federal government would make regular payments on the debt but not
pay it off immediately
c. The federal government would cancel all debts to increase available funds
d. The federal government would take out new loans to pay off old debts
3. Hamilton’s tariff program was first and foremost aimed at
a. Protecting American manufacturers
b. Raising revenue
c. Weakening the power of southern slave states
d. Strengthening state governments 4. Hamilton argued that the BUS was constitutional under
a. The Necessary and Proper Clause
b. The Supremacy Clause
c. The Interstate Commerce Clause
d. Judicial Review
5. The Jay Treaty
a. Strengthened the Federalist party
b. Undermined the Federalist party
c. Allied the US with the French
d. Allied the US with the British in war against the French
6. The power of “judicial review” established
a. The President’s authority to appoint and remove members of the federal
judiciary
b. A court's authority to examine an executive or legislative act and to
invalidate that act if it is contrary to constitutional principle
c. Congress’ authority to review decisions made by the Supreme Court
d. The states’ authority to review decisions made by the federal judiciary
7. The most controversial aspect of the Embargo of 1807 was that it
a. Banned trade with Britain
b. Banned trade with France
c. Banned Americans from engaging in any overseas foreign trade
d. Banned trade with the West Indies
8. The Treaty of San Ildefonso threatened the US because
a. It brought Britain and Spain into an alliance against the United States
b. It retroceded Spanish Louisiana to the French
c. It ended American.
1. In his 2012 acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention, President Barack Obama made his case for re-election by appealing to Americans emotionally, logically, and through his record of accomplishments.
2. He discussed America's economic problems and proposed fixing them through tax cuts, job growth, and controlling spending on programs like Medicare and education.
3. Obama also reminded voters of successes in his first term like ending the Iraq war, focusing on terrorists, and killing Osama bin Laden.
Americans retreated from the New World Order” because at. Fundcheryllwashburn
The document discusses Americans retreating from the "New World Order" in the post-Cold War era due to: stagnating defense spending, questioning the morality of overwhelming military victory, difficulties accomplishing goals, and failure to rescue soldiers in Somalia. It also discusses families with at-home parents declining from two-thirds in the 1950s to 10% by 2000.
Americans retreated from the New World Order” because at. Fund
121108 president obama-m
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America re-elects President True / False
Barack Obama a) The election was one of the closest in U.S. x T/
history. T / F
8th November, 2012
b) Mitt Romney asked Americans to pray Obama x T/
Americans voted re-ignites. T / F
to re-elect c) Most opinion polls predicted Obama would x T/
incumbent win. T / F
president Barack
Obama on d) The winner needed 270 electoral votes to x T/
Tuesday in one secure victory. T / F
of the closest e) Americans ensured dozens of advertisements x T/
contests in U.S. every night. T / F
history.
President Obama saw off the challenge of f) None of the parties spent a long time on their x T/
Republican opponent Mitt Romney, who asked the policies in their ads. T / F
nation to pray for Mr Obama in his goal to re- g) A New York journalist said Obama’s emotional x T/
ignite the American economy. It was a nail-biting chemistry helped him. T / F
finish to what was a long, exhausting, bitter and
expensive election campaign. Pre-election polls h) The journalist said more people believed x T/
and TV stations said either man could have won Obama could fix America. T / F
the presidency. It all depended on several swing
states, the winner of which would secure the 270 Synonym Match
electoral votes needed to guarantee victory. Once
the state of Ohio went to the Democrats, Obama 1. incumbent a. rival
knew he had another four years in the White 2 opponent b. guarantee
House.
3. nail-biting c. complicated
Many Americans felt relief that the election has 4. depended on d. put up with
now been decided. They had to endure dozens of
nightly advertisements in what was the most 5. secure e. sitting
expensive campaign in history. Most voters 6. endure f. excessively
complained that the ads were overly negative and 7. overly g. bulk
simply attacked the other side rather than
outlining policy promises. Despite the poor state 8. faith h. tense
of the American economy, voters once again put 9. complex i. belief
their faith in Mr Obama. Many believe Obama won 10. majority j. hinged on
against all the odds. Thomas L Friedman of the
New York Times wrote: "No one can know for sure
what complex emotional chemistry tipped this Discussion – Student A
election Obama's way…It came down to a majority
of Americans believing that…Obama was trying his a) What springs to mind when you hear the
hardest to fix what ails the country." name ‘Barack Obama’?
Sources: BBC
b) What do you think of Barack Obama?
c) Are you happy with the U.S. election result?
Writing d) Who did you like better – Obama or
Romney? Why?
It is the duty of everyone to vote in elections. e) What do you think of America’s democratic
Those who don’t should be heavily fined. Discuss. process?
f) What do you think of two billion dollars being
Chat spent on the election?
Talk about these words from the article. g) Do you think trust Obama?
h) Where were you and what were you doing
Americans / voted / contests / challenge / when you heard Obama had won the
opponent / nail-biting / campaign / victory / election?
election / complained / negative ads / policy
promises / against the odds / majority
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Phrase Match
1. one of the closest a. against all the odds
2 Obama saw b. on several swing states
3. It was a nail- c. Obama's way
4. It all depended d. victory
5. guarantee e. of Americans
6. the ads were overly f. ails the country
7. Many believe Obama won g. contests
8. tipped this election h. negative
9. It came down to a majority i. off the challenge
10. fix what j. biting finish
Discussion – Student B Role Play
a) What do you know about Barack Obama? Barack Obama - You are so happy you won the
b) Is it right for campaign ads to attack the other election. You know you can make all Americans
opponent? richer and make America strong. Think of three
things you will do. Remember that all of America’s
c) What do you know about Obama’s plans for problems came about because of former president
the next four years? George W. Bush. You will help all Americans.
d) Why do you think Obama won “against all the
An unemployed American - You are fed up with
odds”?
Obama. Before he came to power you had a job. You
e) Do you think the rest of the world’s view of lost it in the financial collapse. Think of three reasons
Obama is different to the average American’s? why you do not want Obama as president. You
f) Is America’s two-party system real believe nothing he says. You think he is nothing but
a dreamer. He doesn’t help the working American.
democracy?
g) What questions would you like to ask Barack A recently arrived Mexican - You are Obama’s
Obama? biggest fan. The American dream has come true for
you because of Obama. Think of three reasons why.
h) What do you think his answers might be? You love Obama because he campaigns for all people
– black, white, rich, poor, straight, gay, Christian,
Spelling Muslim… You think unemployed people should try
harder to find a job.
1. cnniubmte president Barack Obama
An angry Mitt Romney voter - You hate Barack
2. one of the closest ntostesc in U.S. history Obama. He has made America weak in the world.
Think of three examples why. His policies have not
3. It was a lina-ibignt finish helped America – unemployment is high, prices are
4. a long, nsheaxuitg, bitter and expensive election high, government gets in the way of business, etc.
You think America will lose its superpower status
5. It all dneeedpd on several swing states with four more years under Obama.
6. votes needed to gnutereaa victory
7. Many Americans felt fleire
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1-pt
before=0
What’s most important to you? Rank these and share
8. They had to ndeure dozens of nightly
your rankings with your partner. Put the best at the top.
advertisements
Change partners often and share your rankings.
9. the ads were yevolr negative
• crime • low taxes
10. unliongti policy promises • education • environment
11. complex emotional icsmerhyt • health care • strong foreign policy
• jobs • human rights
12. It came down to a oiajymtr after=0
Answers – True False
Answers – Synonym Match
a T b F c F d T e F f T g F h T
1. e 2. a 3. h 4. j 5. b
6. d 7. f 8. i 9. c 10. g Answers to Phrase Match and Spelling are in the text.
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