a lot of the hw is optional, but there will be pop quizzes of it

talk, state your opinions, study for quizzes, do hw even if it's not for a grade (pop quizzes).

Classes are mostly talking, he'll talk a ton about politics and he's a complete kook but it's fun if you pay attention to his rants. The class is pretty easy, when he assigns the optional notes, read the textbook but don't do the notes that will prep you enough for the tests.

Study for the geography quizzes! Take notes, they're simple and Mr. Hopkins goes through everything on the test in class. It's a really fun course.