Definition Let’s talk about the Axiom of Regularity, which you can also call the Axiom of Foundation. It’s a basic idea in set theory, a part of math that deals with collections of objects called sets. Here’s the first simple way to think about it: if you have a bunch of different boxes and none of them can fit inside themselves. Why? Because a box is too big to fit inside itself – just like... »
Definition The Axiom of Infinity is like a rule in math that tells us something really big—and special—exists within numbers. Imagine a ladder that you can climb forever without reaching the top; this axiom claims that such a thing exists in math. Let’s look at what the words ‘axiom’ and ‘infinity’ mean. An axiom is like a basic truth that mathematicians agree to star... »
Understanding Sociology of Gender Roles To really get the Sociology of Gender Roles, think of it as a guidebook that society hands out, telling boys and girls what they should be like and do. For example, it might suggest that boys are usually expected to be tough and to go for jobs where they build or fix things, while girls might be nudged towards caring roles or creative tasks. And this isnR... »
Definition of Petition A petition is a way for people to ask those in charge to make changes. If a problem bugs you or if you think something should be better, you write down your ideas and ask others if they agree. For example, let’s say your local park is always messy and you think it should be cleaned more often. You can write a petition explaining why a clean park is important and ask ot... »
Definition of Motion To Proceed To Consider A “Motion to Proceed to Consider” is a step used in the United States Senate to move forward with debate on proposed laws or appointments. Imagine you’re with a group of friends deciding what game to play. Before you can start, you all need to agree on a game—that’s like the Senate agreeing to begin a debate with a Motion to Proce... »
Definition The House Rules Committee is a very important part of the United States government. It’s a group in the House of Representatives, which is one part of Congress, and works kind of like the traffic lights at a busy intersection for laws that lawmakers want to pass. They make sure that the traffic – in this case, the ideas for new laws – doesn’t get all jumbled up. ... »
Simple Definitions of Bills Imagine you want to build a treehouse in your neighborhood, and you need rules for everyone who wants to use it. A bill is like those rules you decide, but for the entire country. It’s a written idea that explains how people should act or what they can or can’t do. For a treehouse, rules might include no running or a certain number of people allowed at a tim... »
Definition A budget resolution is kind of like a family’s financial plan, but for the whole country. It’s what the U.S. Congress puts together every year to manage the country’s money. This plan says how much money the government should spend on things like schools, roads, and the army, and how much it expects to bring in from taxes. The budget resolution is not a law that the president need... »
Definition A Senator is like a team player in a group of 100 who have the job of making very important rules, or laws, that everyone in the country has to follow. These team players are chosen by the people living in each of the U.S. states to speak and make decisions on their behalf. The place where they work is called the Senate, and it’s one-half of the Congress—the law-making heart of th... »
Definition of Referendum A referendum is like a giant nation-wide decision where everyone of voting age can say yes or no to an important question that affects everyone. Imagine if your whole school got to vote on a new rule, like whether or not cell phones should be allowed during lunch; that’s what a referendum is like, but for a town, state, or country. Another way to think of a referendu... »