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Government Common Core L.11-12.5 resources
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: Poor Richard's Almanac & Research Project
Ben Franklin had many pithy sayings and quotes in his publication entitled Poor Richard's Almanac. Study the wit and wisdom of Ben Franklin by analyzing and explaining 18 different quotes from his writings. Students will learn more about Ben Franklin's life, and benefit their own lives as they apply these pithy life principles. Also included is a graphic organizer for students to research the personal life and historical events of Ben Franklin.What's Included:20 different segments with quotes
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
The Constitutional Convention – New Jersey / Virginia Plan Comparison Grid
When delegates from the twelve attending states gathered in Philadelphia during the Summer of 1787 (Rhode Island sent no representatives), the convention's outcome was far from certain. Its official purpose was to reform the Articles of Confederation. However, for many of the men who came, mere reforms would not be enough.This side-by-side comparison grid explores the chief ideological conflict of the US Constitutional Convention: Big States vs. Small States. By exploring the New Jersey and Virg
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Debating Topics for Middle/High School: Politics and Government
Get your middle/high school students debating topics that are both relevant and important to them while building their critical thinking skills. Students will be encouraged to develop their communication and debating skills, while opening their minds to different viewpoints.Each debate package covers and reinforces the five basic steps of the debating process: gathering information, exploring all sides of an issue, forming an initial opinion, defending the position in a debate and finally, refin
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Debating Topics- Middle/High School: Growing Bundle- Grades 8-12
Congress: The Committee System
In order to more efficiently conduct the business of the United States, Congress divides its workload up among a variety of committees and subcommittees. As a result of this however, both the Senate and House of Representatives are home to a bewildering array of legislative sub-bodies, each with its own purpose and agenda.This 'match-em' and short answer worksheet is designed to help students navigate the complicated world of congressional committees. Using 'match-ems' and short answer questions
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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AP® US Government Unit 1.9 - Federalism in Action (American Federalism)
Unit 1.9 of the AP® Curriculum devotes itself to the daily practice of American federalism, and seeks to answer the following two questions: (1) based on the constitution, where does federal power end and state power begin? And (2) how does this balance impact the policymaking process?This short answer worksheet deals extensively with constitutional power, beginning with definitions of the various types of power (expressed, implied, etc.) that coexist within American government. The questions th
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
AP® US Government Unit 1.7 - Federalism in Focus Reading Quiz
Unit 1.7 of the AP® curriculum is devoted to questions surrounding the allocation of power in the US government, specifically: what is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?This reading quiz is based upon "Federalism in Focus," a 2500-word essay that that is designed to help students prepare for the AP US Government Exam. The text and quiz both cover each of the foll
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Comparing & Contrasting Systems of Government
For those of us fortunate to live under a democratic, representative system of government, it can be easy to take our country's political institutions for granted. Yet many people on Earth live under repressive, even violent, regimes, where any form of protest can lead to a lengthy prison sentence.This 'cheat sheet' comparison grid analyzes the various form of government that exist around the world - from republics to theocracies to oligarchies - and provides students with a meaningful snapshot
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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AP®US Government Unit 1.5 - Ratification of the Constitution (Short Answer, T/F)
Unit 1.5 of the AP® curriculum emphasizes compromise & negotiation - both the compromises necessary to ratify the United States's constitution, as well as the ongoing role that negotiation and dialogue continue to play in its government.This worksheet consists of two sections, each designed to challenge and improve your students' understanding of the Constitutional Convention: Section 1 contains two short answer/identification questions about the role(s) played by the convention's main perso
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
AP® US Government Unit 1.9 - Federalism in Action (Relations Among the States)
Unit 1.9 of the AP® Curriculum devotes itself to the daily practice of American federalism, including questions about how power is shared among the states: what is the process of adding a new, equal state? What responsibilities and obligations do states have once they are admitted to the Union?This two-part worksheet traces the evolving process of statehood, and uses the constitution's own words to help further students' understanding of state-to-state and state-to-federal relations.Part I is a
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
AP® US Govt 1.7 Text - Federalism in Focus (Relations b/w State & Federal Govts)
Unit 1.7 of the AP® curriculum is devoted to questions surrounding the allocation of power in the US government, specifically: what is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?"Federalism in Focus" is a 2500-word essay that is designed to help students understand federalism as they prepare for the AP® US Government Exam. Featuring photos, archival newsreel stills, and a s
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Political Theory - A Two-Part Introduction
The ancient Greek city-state of Athens is widely credited with having “invented” democracy, despite the fact that only about 30% of its population could vote. Though such a system would be flawed by modern standards, Athenian democracy serves as the basis for all Western political thought. This two-part worksheet provides an introduction to the study of Political Theory, a discipline that seeks to understand the purpose of government. Part I contains an eleven-question matching exercise that foc
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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How a Bill Becomes a Law – Classroom Activity & Vocab List
Congress remains one of the least trusted institutions in the United States - some surveys even rank its members behind used car salesmen in terms of reliability.This activity packet helps students understand the legislative process, as they take on the role of imaginary policy activists and craft a 'bill' they would like to see passed. From there they follow their bill through referral and markup to floor debate and beyond. Included with the step-by-step introduction, is a vocabulary list with
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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AP® US Government Unit 2.12 - The Federal Bureaucracy
Unit 2.12 of the AP® curriculum focuses on the federal bureaucracy, the so-called "Fourth Branch" of government.This nine-question ID/definition worksheet explores the vocabulary of Commissions, Agencies, Civil Servants, Government Corporations, "Iron Triangles" and more to help students better understand the role that unelected policymakers play in the day-to-day operation of US government. Special attention is also paid to reforms imposed on the Bureaucracy by the 1883 Pendleton Civil Service
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
Congress: How the Legislative Branch Works
Congress remains one of the least trusted institutions in the United States - some surveys even rank its members behind used car salesmen in terms of reliability.This short answer / identification worksheet helps students understand why. Drawing its questions from various terms, issues and controversies involving the legislative branch. Why are there no Congressional term limits? Why are members of Congress regularly reelected if they are so unpopular? What does the Speaker of the House do?Perfe
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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AP® US Govt Unit 1.7 - Relationship Between the States and Federal Government
Unit 1.7 of the AP® curriculum is devoted to questions surrounding the allocation of power in the US government, specifically: what is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?This worksheet combines Fill in the Blank, Multiple Choice, True-False and Short Answer questions to demonstrate how society's needs impact the ever-changing balance of power between the federal an
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP® US Government - Comprehensive Full-Year Accompanying Curriculum
AP US Government: Federalism in Focus – Mini Curriculum to Accompany Unit 1
What is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?!"Federalism in Focus" is a forty--page mini-curriculum, written with these questions in mind. Whether you are teaching Civics, U.S. Government or preparing a Home School curriculum, this concise-yet-thorough lesson plan can help bring the subject alive for your students!Featuring photos, archival newsreel stills, and a ste
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Power Plays: Delegated, Shared, Reserved
What do Frankenstein and the framers of the Constitution have in common? In this activity, students consider the analogy between Frankenstein trying to form a living being without creating a monster and the framers trying to structure a strong federal government without overpowering state government.
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9th - 12th
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Causes of the American Revolution (Short Answer Activity)
The British Empire was the greatest military power of its time, yet its naval might was not enough to maintain the loyalty of its American colonies. Yet, how did events gradually transform these disparate political entities into a united nation?This U.S. History review sheet traces the causes of the American Revolution, and the colonies' gradual moves towards greater union. It consists of seven short answer questions that cover both the long-term causes and immediate triggers of the Revolutionar
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Congress and the Public Good
Congress remains one of the least trusted institutions in the United States - some surveys even rank them behind used car salesmen in terms of reliability.This two-part American Government worksheet discusses some of Congress's least popular habits: Pork Barrel Spending, legislative gridlock and, of course, lobbyists. Short answer ID questions will test students' understand of congressional activity and the efforts of lobbyists, and the Internet research activity will help them discover Washingt
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Progressive Thinking
In cooperative learning groups, students teach each other the basic goals of the Progressive party, using the party's platform of 1912. Then they create cartoons illustrating progressive beliefs. Finally, they explore the question "What did the Progressives ever do for you?"
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9th - 12th
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Federalism in Focus - Constitutional, Governmental + Legislative Terms Exercise
What is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?!"Federalism in Focus" is a 2500-word essay written with these questions in mind. Whether you are teaching Civics, U.S. Government or preparing a Home School curriculum, this concise-yet-thorough reader can help bring the subject alive for your students!This vocabulary worksheet consists of 23 terms, all taken from the text
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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AP® US Government Units 1.6-1.9 Vocabulary Exercise (The Language of Federalism)
What is federalism, and why should we care? Where does federal power end and state power begin? And, perhaps most importantly, what role does money play in this whole process?!This vocabulary worksheet consists of 23 terms, It is hoped that by completing this exercise, students will improve their vocabulary, learning comprehension skills, and their understanding of federalism, state-federal balance of power, and the US Constitution. Featuring vocabulary words that range in subject from History t
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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