Unit 3: Foundations of American Government
SOLs: CE.2a-d, CE.6b, CE.7b
In this unit we will study:
- The Fundamental Principals of Government
- The Founding Documents
- The Preamble and the Purposes of Government
- The Amendment Process
- Separation of Powers & Checks and Balances
- Federalism
Helpful Resources
Reference Materials
Textbook pages: 26-51, 82-105 Unit 3 Note Packet |
Extra Credit
1) Photo Extra Credit – Identify the photo on the class bulletin board and explain how it relates to Unit 2 – (5 pts) due by TBA
2) Civics and Economics Current Events – use a newspaper or the ClassZone Website to complete the Current Event Worksheet. Current Events must relate to Civics or Economics – (5 pts each – up to 5 per 9 wks) – due by TBA
1) Photo Extra Credit – Identify the photo on the class bulletin board and explain how it relates to Unit 2 – (5 pts) due by TBA
2) Civics and Economics Current Events – use a newspaper or the ClassZone Website to complete the Current Event Worksheet. Current Events must relate to Civics or Economics – (5 pts each – up to 5 per 9 wks) – due by TBA
Founding Document Wordles
Review Activities & Videos
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