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12th grade government handouts
MOCK TRIAL: Class Preparation
This resource will provide students with an introductory framework from which to understand the judiciary process. Students will delve into the fundamental aspects of a courtroom such as: the basic structure and lay-out of a courtroom, the function of different roles (judge, jury, defense, prosecutor), and the common procedures and language used in a courtroom environment. Students will also explore the importance of how to create an opening and closing statement, the legal grounds of when to ob
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7th - 12th
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Types of Government Gallery Walk
Students analyze several different types of government. Governments include democracy, capitalism, dictatorship, fascism, communism, and many more!Descriptions of government can be based on economy, politics, and authority.Walking around the room, students analyze each government poster. They will define each type of government, provide advantages and disadvantages of each government, and provide an example of a nation with this form of government. Included:- 11 Colorful Posters (Laminate and th
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6th - 12th
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Netflix Explained: The Stock Market
Engage your students in this quick NETFLIX episode (about 20 minutes) on the stock market! Often times, the stock market is something that is regarded as too complex to understand, or too risky to get involved with. However, this episode is extremely informative, comparing the stock market to a simple lemonade stand. It teaches students, and adults alike, a very simplistic way of understanding how it all works. The episode discusses the S&P 500, DOW, NASDAQ, the history of the stock market,
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9th - 12th
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Crash Course US Government and Politics Worksheets Complete Series Set Bundle
This ZIP file contains Microsoft Word document worksheets (along with PDF versions) for each of the fifty episodes of Crash Course U.S. Government and Politics hosted by Craig Benzine.Worksheets contain a combination of fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions. Each worksheet is accompanied with an answer key and relevant images.By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available (on external websites, etc.) or to share with any other teachers. It is intended for classroom u
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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War of 1812 & Star Spangled Banner Lesson
This activity was designed to teach the cause and impact of the War of 1812. Students will read an overview of the war, answer questions, and analyze primary source documents. Great activity for quickly covering the War of 1812.This lesson comes in both a Google Slide version (6 slides) for students to click on links and type in answers or printable PDF (2 pages) versions for students to handwrite answers. The two versions have a slight difference.
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7th - 12th
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Economics - TRADE - INTERNATIONAL TRADE - EXPORTS & IMPORTS - Globalization
EconomicsInternational TradeExports and ImportsFree Trade and Trade Barriers This learning package focuses on the basics of international trade. It is easy to implement as a lesson or as self-guided work. The material is sequenced, scaffold, and simplified in order to enhance overall learning comprehension. Objectives: Students will be able to:· Define key terms related to international trade:free trade, trade barriers, absolute advantage, displacement of workers, trade deficit, international t
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8th - 12th
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Hamilton the Musical Guide + Answers | Hamilton Movie Worksheet (2020) Disney
Hamilton movie questions (released 2020) help keep students engaged throughout the film by providing 29 questions (plus 4 critical thinking questions after viewing) for them to answer to keep them on track. Hamilton worksheet comes with a key that has suggested answers provided at the end.Hamilton Movie Guide follows the original Broadway production of the award-winning musical that tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, first secretary of the treasury, blending hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadw
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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U.S. Constitution | The Preamble | 6 purposes of Government | Student Activity
In this 5 page packet you have everything you need to complete an activity about The Preamble: the 6 Purposes of Government, using the Concept Attainment Strategy. The idea behind this strategy, is that you discuss a topic students are familiar with in order to introduce a new topic. When students make the connection between the two, they understand the new concept on a deeper level. In this activity your students will:1) Read a funny story about a shipwrecked cruise ship and discuss the problem
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â U.S. Government Bundle | Constitution | 7 Complete Interactive Activities
Enlightenment Thinkers in Their Own Words Station Activity
Enlightenment Thinkers in Their Own Words Station ActivityBest-selling Enlightenment activity!In small groups of four, students go to five different stations around the room analyzing primary sources from famous Enlightenment philosophers (Locke, Hobbes, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Wollstonecraft)They then answer a series of critical thinking questions (14 in all). After all five stations have been visited, a class discussion of the major ideas takes place (3 additional guiding questions are included
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8th - 12th
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Political Parties| DEMOCRATS V REPUBLICANS | What are the Differences? | Digital
This is an easy and comprehensive way to teach the differences between the Democrat and Republican political parties. Both printable and digital versions are included!Buyer Feedback:Easy to use, comprehensive, and versatile with options for print and digital. This purchase includes a 3-page reading about the differences between the two major political parties; the Democrats and the Republicans. It reviews the different ideologies on the following issues:the economytaxessocial issuesforeign polic
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Political Behavior BUNDLE | CIVICS | Print & Digital | Grades 8-12 | Civics
Civics Bell Ringer Journal & Digital Version Bundle - 150 Bell Ringers
Are you looking for an easy way to save time and build rich discussions? As Civics teachers, we don’t have a lot of extra time. These engaging bell ringers help you start class successfully. They are easy to use and easy to grade! These warm-ups align with your Civics and US Government Curriculum. For every content unit, your students build connections and have rich discussions about topics. Your students will experience the parts of civics that make the topic fun and interesting to learn!Allow
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5th - 12th
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Government | Comparing Forms of Government in the Real World | Case Studies
In this Government class activity your students will learn about the different Forms of Government and how they can be classified (direct/representative democracy, theocracy, oligarchy, monarchy, parliamentary, presidential etc.) by using EIGHT real world government examples. For example, students will examine how a real world monarchy, like the one used in Saudi Arabia, affects life in Saudi Arabia. The overall essential question is: What is it really like to live in countries with different fo
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8th - 12th
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Dred Scott Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity | Citizenship
Want to study the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case? Hoping to practice primary source analysis with your students? Need a no-prep resource to prompt discussion and further study of the Dred Scott Supreme Court Case and its impact on slavery and American citizenship for African Americans?This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the Dre
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activities BUNDLE 10 Most Popular Cases
Map Activity Bundle
Map Activity Bundle - Save 50%!Included in this bundle are a collection of map activities for students to search and locate the various countries and capital cities of the world. Included in this bundle are 10 different ready-to-copy blackline maps each with an answer key. A PowerPoint slideshow accompany some of the maps that can be displayed as you reveal the correct country name as well.The following maps and activities are included in this bundle:Map Activity - World's Continents and OceansM
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Government: Political Party Handouts and Activities
There are many activities and handouts that will surely get students more acquainted with the American political party system! Many of these are web-based, while others do not need a computer.
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1. Web activity: find out what each political party believes in regard to 10 key issues.
2. Partner activity: groups will receive strips of paper, which each has a party's stance on it. They then need to glue or staple each stance in the student handout table (box) provided. Thi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Government: Interest Group Simulation
This simulation is one of my favorite activities to run in class. In short, special interest groups will be lobbying politicians for their support in changing legislation. You may, if you would like, make this a competition between the interest groups to see which interest group can garner the most amount of support from the Congressional representatives. The handout includes a student overview, specific instructions for the politicians and for the interest groups, the Politician's handout, 1
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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7 Principles of the Constitution Visual Guide
Are your kids struggling to understand the 7 principles of the Constitution? I have made this handout with each principle, where it is found in Constitution, and visual aid. It is for introduction of the topic, Celebrating Freedom week, supplement to your existing study guides or test review.
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5th - 12th
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George Washington Fakebook Facebook Page 1st Term of Presidency
This is George Washington's FaKebook page that includes status updates, pictures, quotes, relationship status, and employment information about the first president of the United States. It begins at the beginning of his presidency and includes information about his Cabinet and pictures from important events leading up to his presidency. The French and Indian War, Washington Crossing the Delaware Christmas night, Mount Vernon, and picture of his wife Martha.
It covers the dispute between Alexan
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in:Â George Washington Bundle
TED Talk: Why We Need Brave Journalists -- Activity for ELA or Journalism
This TED Talk is perfect for introducing the purpose of journalism or freedom of the press, and this handout is great for facilitating critical thinking centered around these key concepts. This product contains teaching suggestions and a lesson plan, as well as a one-page handout with before-, during-, and after-viewing sections.
Before viewing, students will complete a quick-write to activate their thinking. During viewing, students will answer 4 questions to check for comprehension. After vie
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9th - 12th
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Crisis in Gaza: The Israel-Hamas War 2023 (Updated Frequently)
This is the best resource to teach your students about the ongoing crisis in Gaza and the Israel-Hamas War of 2023. This lesson is updated periodically to reflect changes in the conflict. This resource includes the following:- Lesson Plan- FAQ formatted reader- Infographics- News Article- Questions- Answer Key
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
French and Indian War Worksheet with Maps and Answer Key
French and Indian War Worksheet with Maps and Answer KeyUnited States History
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Supreme Court Simulation | Should Woman Be Drafted? | Judicial Review
This Supreme Court Simulation is a perfect way to keep your students engaged in your secondary Civics and American Government class. The presentation is editable and Google compatible"This was perfect! My kids really enjoyed this and it sparked some great discussion. They completely understand judicial review after this!" KelsieStudents will pretend they are justices on the Supreme Court to determine the constitutionality of the Military Selective Service Act outlined in the case Rostker vs. Gol
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9th - 12th
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U.S. Government | Executive Branch | Article II | Student Activities & Video
In this 10 page activity packet your students will explore the Executive Branch: Article II of the US Constitution. The worksheets and activities included are very versatile and could be used in a variety of ways. ***Includes a GOOGLE and Traditional version for your use!Included in this packet:1) A fun quiz that will help your students determine if they relate more to the Republican, Democratic or Independent parties.2) 3 Graphic Organizers that help students take notes on the job and responsib
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8th - 12th
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Plessy v Ferguson Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activity
Investigate the impact of the Plessy v. Ferguson ruling on the American climate with this primary source analysis activity. This 1-page handout provides the original Supreme Court ruling as well as the document image for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of American documents and, in this case, the 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson case. Includes a significance wrap-up question in which students utilize all of the information to explain the significance of the case or r
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5th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Supreme Court Case Document Analysis Activities BUNDLE 10 Most Popular Cases
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