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Government activities for Microsoft Word
Vietnam War: The Draft - Who Stays, Who Goes?
Some of the best group discussions I have ever seen came out of this assignment, which asks students to "serve" on a Vietnam-era draft board to determine who goes and who stays from 10 short, realistic bios, and defend their decisions. Students get worked up and passionate! It really helps bring the tension and frustration of a draft (and allowing exceptions to the draft) to life.
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7th - 12th
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Civil Rights Movement: Jim Crow Era Literacy Test (with Answers)
Here is an opportunity to really bring history to life in a memorable fashion. This is a 30 question Literacy Test given by the state of Louisiana to disenfranchise African Americans in the early 1900's. As stated in the directions on the actual document, individuals were given 10 minutes and had to receive a perfect score. This is virtually impossible, especially since some questions appear to have more than one possible right answer -- but that was the point. I tell students the day before tha
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8th - 12th
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Bill of Rights Scenarios
This is a great activity for a unit on the Bill of Rights and/or the U.S. Constitution. In this activity/ assignments students are assigned to read 12 different scenarios. After reading each scenario they are to figure out if the individual in the scenario had their Constitutional rights violated or not. All scenarios deal with the first 10 amendments. This product comes complete with an answer key. This product WILL generate interesting debate and in-class discussion. Product could also
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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US Constitution Webquest
The assignment contains 36 questions about the various parts of the U.S. Constitution. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great review of key information!*Engaging!*Editable Word Document*The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Topics: Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation Constitutional Convention Framers
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: 8th Grade American History Resources
US Constitution Project
Students will create an 11-page book explaining why the U.S. Constitution was created and the various parts within the document. On each page, students will include a title, summary, and an organizer or visual. I have included detailed student directions and websites for research. The project usually takes 2-3 class periods, and it does not require any teacher preparation or the use of a textbook. I have included a rubric for grading. Please message me if you have any questions.*Engaging and fun
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: American History Projects (US History Projects)
Early Government and Constitution - Create-a-Country Activity
Personal Note: My students LOVED this project. I used it after teaching the American Revolution and before introducing the Articles of Confederation. There was a LOT of debating among the groups, even though I let them choose the groups! Be prepared for this activity to last several classes, as students will debate the issues for as long as you let them. It was a great introduction for the Constitutional Convention, as I reminded them of how difficult it was for their groups of 3-4 to form
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3rd - 12th
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The "Other" Amendment Scenarios: Constitutional Amendments 11-27
This is a great activity for a unit on the U.S. Constitution. In this activity/ assignments students are assigned to read 18 different scenarios. After reading each scenario they are to figure out if the individual/group in the scenario had their Constitutional rights violated or not. All scenarios deal with the Constitutional Amendments 11-27.
This product comes complete with an answer key.
This product WILL generate interesting debate and in-class discussion.
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7th - 12th
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Twelve Angry Men / 12 Angry Men Video Guide Original Questions
This video guide helps to capture the important vocabulary and central ideas that make this video such a valuable tool for use in any government course. I firmly believe this is a video that every high school student should see and this video guide will help ensure they are productive, engaged and gain valuable knowledge from one of history's greatest films!This product is also sold as part of the Judicial Branch Unit Bundle and the Individual Rights, Law and the Internet Unit Bundle! Each bun
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Three Branches Government Bundle
USA Citizenship Test
Need a relevant activity for teaching Government or Contemporary Issues? This is a 40 question test compiled with need-to-know knowledge for the actual US Citizenship test. Use this multiple-choice activity as an introduction for Government class to see if your students would even qualify to be American citizens! Or, use it to show how difficult it is for foreigners to become citizens in your Contemporary Issues class. Fun and eye-opening for students as they experience a real-life activity! C
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8th - 12th
Trade Off & Opportunity Cost Practice Worksheet *WITH KEY!
My most popular item, now with an answer key!This worksheet gives 10 relevant, real-life examples for students to identify the trade offs and opportunity cost of each choice. Customizable for your needs. Perfect practice or review activity!
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8th - 12th
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Executive Branch Worksheet Packet
Every worksheet you need to teach the executive branch is right here. This comes with a sheet providing background information about the executive branch, its powers, and the qualifications to be the President. It also contains 7 worksheets to assist student learning and assess their comprehension. Included is:-A sheet of background information about the executive branch-A worksheet with a variety of questions (fill-in-the-blank,true/false, and short answer) based on the information sheet-A grap
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5th - 10th
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2nd Amendment- Gun Control Agree/Disagree Activity
In light of recent events regarding gun control, my students find this to be an incredibly thought-provoking activity. Students will read twelve different opinions related to the 2nd amendment. They will then be forced to think about, and circle where they fall on the continuum of “strongly agree” to “strongly disagree.” They must explain why they placed themselves where they did, as they are called upon to justify their answers when I ask them to move around the room to the four corners. Th
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8th - 12th
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Bill of Rights Project
Students will create a brochure demonstrating their understanding of the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. In the brochure, they will explain the protections/restrictions of each amendment and include a visual. I have included 24 guiding questions and kid-friendly websites for research. Please message me if you have any questions. I have included a rubric. *Engaging and fun project! *The project will take 2-3 class periods. *I have included detailed student directions and an example
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: American History Projects (US History Projects)
US History: End of the Cold War
Packet includes comprehensive yet compact paragraphs summarizing key data. Worksheet includes space for students to write their answers right on the page. Each worksheet is complete with images for visual learners and multiple reading comprehension questions.
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11th - 12th
Also included in: US History: Complete Curriculum Bundle
Legislative Branch Worksheets
Every worksheet you need to teach the legislative branch is right here. This comes with a sheet providing background information about the legislative branch, its powers, and the qualifications to be a member of the house or senate. It also contains 7 worksheets to assist student learning and assess their comprehension. Included is: -A sheet of background information about the legislative branch -A worksheet with a variety of questions (fill-in-the-blank, true/false, and short answer) b
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5th - 10th
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Dred Scott Decision Primary Source Analysis
This handout allows students to analyze the Dred Scott decision from two different perspectives. Students read and analyze primary sources about the results of the case and includes activity questions. Common Core friendly. Can be used in class or for homework.
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7th - 12th
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Enlightenment Thinkers Webquest
This web quest will have students searching independently for information on 6 enlightenment thinkers as well as following links to articles, web pages and videos. Students are also asked to interpret quotes and answer questions based off their thoughts after study. This is a great reinforcement activity while studying the are of the Enlightenment. Thinkers covered: Voltaire, Rousseau, Montesquieu, Wollstonecraft, Hobbes and Locke. As always please preview links and videos to ensure you feel the
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9th - 12th
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You be the Judge! 4th Amendment Search & Seizure
Students read 10 real-life examples to decide whether or not the search was legal, based on the rules (and exceptions) of the 4th amendment. Assignment is totally customizable to suit your needs.ANSWER KEY included!
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9th - 12th
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Federalism Webquest
The assignment contains 35 questions about the principle of federalism in the Constitution. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *The document can be uploaded to your personal website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Topics/Key Vocabulary: Federalism Articles of Confederation Unitary System (Advantages and Disadvantages)Confederation System (Advantages and
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: 8th Grade American History Resources
US Constitution Test and Answer Key
50 Question Test covering the US Constitution, including the Bill of Rights.
Answer Key inlcuded.
25 Multiple Choice
10 Fill in the blank with the right number of the amendment for THe Bill of Rights
15 True False
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5th - 11th
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Articles of Confederation Analysis Activity (Top Seller!)
This activity uses higher level DOK questions to get students analyzing a one-page summary of the Articles of Confederation (summary is included). students can work on their own or cooperatively and the assignment can be classwork, homework, or both. This activity should lead to a robust discussion on the strengths and weaknesses of this important document. Aligned with Common Core Standards for document analysis.
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11th - 12th
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Three Branches of Government Project (Legislative, Executive, & Judicial)
Students will create a mobile about the three branches of government. Students will explain the members, responsibilities, jobs, powers, and how each branch checks the other two branches. Students will complete an outline graphic organizer before they construct their mobile. The project does not require the use of a textbook. I have included 20 guiding questions and websites for research. A rubric is included for grading. Please message me if you have any questions. *I have included detailed stu
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: American History Projects (US History Projects)
2020 Presidential Election - Political Party Survey
Help your students unearth their ideology (conservative, liberal, libertarian, or moderate) and the political party that they might belong to. Just make sure you use lots of "in my opinion" statements!
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7th - 12th
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The Bill of Rights Webquest
The assignment contains 50 questions about the protection of individual rights through the Bill of Rights. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. Please message me if you have any questions. I have included an answer key. ⭐ Engaging!⭐ No textbook required⭐ Editable Word Document⭐ The documents can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected.Learning Objective: Students will be able to identify and explain each am
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: 8th Grade American History Resources
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