Thursday, December 13, 2012
Post #8 -- Union Station
Hello everyone!
I decided to visit Union Station today since it was my last day in Washington D.C. I checked out Pizzeria Uno and Barnes & Noble. Pizzeria Uno had some excellent chicken fajita pizza! Although food is a little on the pricey side, it is worth it. It didn't take too long for the food, so I definitely recommend this place if you don't have much time.
Barnes & Noble was really nice. Although I've been to many others, this one was really fancy :) Definitely recommend checking that bookstore out. The atmosphere was amazing, and you can just read the books in there all day long. Fantastic!
Post #7 (part 2) -- What I'd ask my senators and representative.
There are many things you can ask a representative. One has to think of smart questions to ask them, but what kind of questions are appropriate?
I'd ask my senators why they chose to be senators, and how do they intend to represent us, Californians. Will they please everyone? Will they even hear what we have to say?
I'd ask my representative the same thing, and ask how she will help the community. How will she represent District 8 in the next 2 year? What is she planning on doing?
I'd ask my senators why they chose to be senators, and how do they intend to represent us, Californians. Will they please everyone? Will they even hear what we have to say?
I'd ask my representative the same thing, and ask how she will help the community. How will she represent District 8 in the next 2 year? What is she planning on doing?
Post #7 (part 1) -- Senator/Representive info
Senators of California:
Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein are the senators of California.
Representative of District 8:
Rose Herrera is the representative of District 8.
If I were to meet them, I would have to talk to their secretaries, or schedulers. I'd have to be patient, because not everyone gets to meet them. There are different securities, like giving your personal info.
Post #6 -- The Capitol Building
There are portraits of the first few presidents of the U.S. around the House Chamber and I think they're there so we won't forget what we stand for and believe in.
The two sculptures on the sides of the flag give a very democratic feel...something about those Romans and Greeks always reminds me of democracy.
Post #5 -- An overview of several monuments
Three of my favorite monuments
My favorite monuments in Washington D.C. would have to be Ford's Theatre, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans memorial.
Ford's Theater
Who: It's the famous theater in which President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.
When: The building was first a church, and it was built in the year 1833.
Where: It is in Washington D.C.
How: It became more famous when Lincoln was murdered in there by John Wilkes Booth.
This monument is significant to me because my favorite president was murdered there.
Lincoln Memorial
Who: This memorial was obviously built for the famous Abraham Lincoln.
When: It was dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln in the year 1922.
Where: It is in front of the Washington memorial, in Washington D.C.
How: It is designed around the late 1800s but wasn't actually built until 1920.
This monument is significant to me because Abraham Lincoln is my favorite president, and he was one of the best presidents and did many great things.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Who: It is dedicated to all of the soldiers who were killed in action, or are still MIA.
When: It was open to the public in 1995.
Where: It is in Washington D.C., near the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam War memorial.
How: They decided to honor those who fought and died in the Korean.
I thought this memorial was significant because it is a really unique memorial.
My favorite monuments in Washington D.C. would have to be Ford's Theatre, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans memorial.
Ford's Theater
Who: It's the famous theater in which President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.
When: The building was first a church, and it was built in the year 1833.
Where: It is in Washington D.C.
How: It became more famous when Lincoln was murdered in there by John Wilkes Booth.
This monument is significant to me because my favorite president was murdered there.
Lincoln Memorial
Who: This memorial was obviously built for the famous Abraham Lincoln.
When: It was dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln in the year 1922.
Where: It is in front of the Washington memorial, in Washington D.C.
How: It is designed around the late 1800s but wasn't actually built until 1920.
This monument is significant to me because Abraham Lincoln is my favorite president, and he was one of the best presidents and did many great things.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Who: It is dedicated to all of the soldiers who were killed in action, or are still MIA.
When: It was open to the public in 1995.
Where: It is in Washington D.C., near the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam War memorial.
How: They decided to honor those who fought and died in the Korean.
I thought this memorial was significant because it is a really unique memorial.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Post #4 -- The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court was built with the influence of Greek architecture. There are sculptures on the sides building, the one on the left signifying "Contemplation of Justice", and the other on the right signifying "Authority of Law". On the front of the building, the words "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW" are sculpted in order to establish the power of the supreme court.
The Supreme Court was established by the constitution and it checks and balances the powers of the Legislative and Executive branches. It is the the "law of the land". There are many big cases presented in the court room (shown under). The nine judges decide of a solution for the cases.
The Supreme Court was built with the influence of Greek architecture. There are sculptures on the sides building, the one on the left signifying "Contemplation of Justice", and the other on the right signifying "Authority of Law". On the front of the building, the words "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW" are sculpted in order to establish the power of the supreme court.
The Supreme Court was established by the constitution and it checks and balances the powers of the Legislative and Executive branches. It is the the "law of the land". There are many big cases presented in the court room (shown under). The nine judges decide of a solution for the cases.
Blog post #3 -- The National Archives/The Constitution and Declaration of Independence
The Constitution and Declaration of Independence are old, fragile documents. They are a bit frayed but are very well preserved.
Where are they housed?
They are strictly preserved in the National Archives building, where other original documents are also preserved.
Why are they important?
The Constitution and Declaration of Independence are important because they are the building blocks of the nation. If it weren't for the Declaration of Independence, we would've been a part of Great Britain and there wouldn't have been a constitution.
How did you find them?
I found them in the National Archives building.
Who is in charge of preserving them?
There are security guards that are in charge of keeping the documents safe.
What do they represent to our society and our posterity?
I think it brings us together even more. There are many flaws with society and the constitution is constantly brought up to fix that.
I think it brings us together even more. There are many flaws with society and the constitution is constantly brought up to fix that.
Post #2 -- Business letter
Citlalli
1234 Raindrop dr.
San Jose, CA 12345
December 5, 2012
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear congressman:
It has come to my attention that I want to visit the White House. I'm currently studying government and I want to visit our capital to feel a bit closer to what I'm learning about. I think it would make me understand government a bit better. I did not know of the whole tickets for entrance thing, and I am asking if you would grant me permission to go to the White House and give me a ticket.
I've only ever seen the White House in pictures, and I would really like to visit. It was built so beautifully, I must say that James Hoban outdid himself.
Thanks for your time,
Citlalli F.
Thanks for your time,
Citlalli F.
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Post #1 -- What I already know
Washington D.C.
What:
When:
Where:
Why:
What:
- I know it is the capital of the United states.
- It was named after the first president.
- It has all three of the branches of government there.
When:
- It was founded July 16, 1790.
Where:
- It is located right in the center of the 13 colonies, which is on the East coast.
Why:
- It was built with very elegant structure to impress other countries and their ambassadors.
- Congress needed a place to put the capital.
- It was established by the constitution.
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