The American Elections

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This lesson contains 13 slides, with interactive quizzes, text slides and 1 video.

Lesson duration is: 60 min

Items in this lesson

Welcome to your first Cambridge Lesson!

With Ms Frijns

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Contents

Revision of last lesson
US Elections

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The US Elections

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Contents

What are politics to you?

American political system

Why do US Politics matter (to us)?

Political status of the US right now

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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?

(Think about your hobbies, interests, culture/ ethnic background, values, morals etc.)

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Are you aware of your political outlook?

No, not at all. I don't care about politics.

I like to be up to date about politics/ the news.

I have very clear values and am aware of the importance of my rights.

I am not informed, but would like to know more.

Politics just don't play a big role in my household/ day-to-day life.

Slide 6 - Poll

www.nytimes.com

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US Politics: How does it work?

Electoral college vs Popular vote

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Slide 9 - Video

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What are important social issues
in the US right now?

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Important Social Issues

Abortion politics: The overturning of Roe v. Wade

Police brutality: Defund the police

Israel and Gaza: Support and two-state solutions

Climate: Renewable Energy vs Fossil Fuels

Health Care: Affordable Care Act

Economy: China and taxes

LGBTQIA+: Transgender rights and Discrimination laws

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Activity

Use the links on Itslearning.
You can work on your own or in pairs.
You will get a card with either Harris or Trump on it.
Now, distribute the social issues among each other.
Answer the question: "If Harris/ Trump would become president, how would they handle this issue?"

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