WebQuest

Choosing a Political Party in the US

Process

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1. The first thing you should do is think about what you want your political party to accomplish for the country. Do you want more taxes and more government services, or less taxes and government services? Do you agree with the war in Iraq? Do you think we need to tighten up immigration or have open borders? Should we have free health care for all, or should people provide that for themselves? Once you have an idea on what you want the government to do for you, look for the political party that you most identify with.


2. Research more about the parties that are in the country, search for their websites because it they are the most reliable sources but they might be biased at the same time. After you declare your political party affiliation find another person in the class that shares your views and is a member of your party. If there is no one else in your party you may work alone.

3. With your partner you will be creating a poster or a pamphlet for your political party. You will present this to the class and field questions and comments about your party. Your poster or pamphlet will contain the following information:

A brief summary of the main beliefs of your party
Three of the main issues that your party is currently concerned with and where they stand on those issues
Your party's slogan needs to be on the project or you may create a new one based on your knowledge of the party
The party symbol must be on the project, you may also create anew one if you like based upon your knowledge of the party's beliefs
Highlight a famous or important member of your party. They may be alive or dead.
For those of you creating your own political party follow the steps above, just create your own answers. As for the important person that can be yourself, just explain your importance ( creator of the party).

4. Now that your poster or pamphlet in finished you will present your political party to the class. The presentation should highlight the information on your project. After your presentation you will field questions and comments from your fellow classmates. They will challenge your assertion that you belong to the best political party. Be prepared to respond to them.

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