In the United States children are taught, starting in kinder…

In the United States children are taught, starting in kindergarten, what is considered appropriate behavior. They are expected to learn and say the Pledge of Allegiance every morning. When their teacher wants to get their attention, he or she may ring a bell or turn the lights on and off rapidly. At this time, students learn very quickly to stop whatever they are doing and to sit on the floor in front of the teacher. As they progress through school, teachers still have expectations of the behavior they would like to see in their students. What is operating in American schools?

During an election season, a major news outlet devotes exten…

During an election season, a major news outlet devotes extensive coverage to immigration policy while giving minimal attention to economic inequality. As a result, voters begin ranking immigration as a top national concern, even though surveys show economic inequality affects more households directly. Which of the following best explains the broader impact of this filtering (agenda setting) process on public opinion and policymaking?

Read the passage and then answer the questions in English in…

Read the passage and then answer the questions in English in the space below.  El señor y la señora Ortega están en la estación de autobuses, listos para ir a Mayagüez. El señor Ortega está nervioso porque no quiere tomar el autobús incorrecto. Ellos siempre (always) viajan en avión o en automóvil. La señora Ortega está contenta porque puede tomar muchas fotos en el camino (on the way). El conductor confirma que es el autobús que va a Mayagüez. Ahora el señor Ortega está alegre. Ya no está preocupado, y piensa en el mar, el paisaje y los amigos que va a visitar. Además (Besides), en Mayagüez hace sol y no va a llover.   1.  What mode of transportation are the Ortegas using to go to Mayaguez? 2.  Why is Mr, Ortega so nervous? 3.  Why is Mrs. Ortegas so happy? 4.  Further in the reading we find out that Mr. Ortega is no longer nervous? Why not? 5.  What is the weather going to be like in Mayaguez?