Secondary – October 25

On this day in 1854, the Crimean War Battle of Balaclava that inspired Alfred, Lord Tennyson to write his famous poem “The Charge of the Light Brigade” took place. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzpW3u8XR6s[/youtube] Describe the point at which your obligation to follow the orders of your boss ceases.

Secondary – October 24

Solve for x.

Secondary – October 23

On this date in 1855, opposing the fraudulently elected pro-slavery legislature of Kansas, Kansas Free Staters named a governor and legislature under the Topeka Constitution, which outlawed slavery in the territory and launched the country on its march toward civil war. Describe the relationship you think would have to exist between a slave and a slave owner for the institution to endure.

Secondary – October 22

Photojournalist Robert Capa was born on this date in 1913. Explain why you agree or disagree with the idea that a picture is worth a thousand words.

Secondary – October 21

Swedish chemist, industrialist, inventor of dynamite, and founder of the Nobel Prize Alfred Nobel was born on this date in 1833. Explain whether perpetual good works can ever offset a single really bad act.

Secondary – October 20

“The public, more often than not, will forgive mistakes, but it will not forgive trying to wriggle and weasel out of one.” -Lewis Grizzard, born on this date in 1946. Decide whether you agree or disagree and then explain why.

Secondary – October 19

On this date in 1789, John Jay was sworn in as the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. He wrote, “Those who own the country ought to govern it.” Explain this principle in your own words.

Secondary – October 18

On this date in 1767, astronomer Charles Mason and surveyor Jeremiah Dixon completed a five-year process of plotting the line named for them that forms parts of the borders of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Explain why boundaries are so important to people.