SummaryStudents analyze clauses from the Constitution of the United States and analyze political cartoons to reinforce their understanding of the major principles of government embodied in the Constitution. Show
RationaleStudents develop an understanding of the major ideas embodied in the U.S. Constitution by studying how they are manifest in the language of the Constitution and reflected in political cartoons. Guiding QuestionWhat are the major principles of government embodied in the U.S. Constitution? MaterialsRepresenting Congress: Clifford K. Berryman's Political Cartoons eBook Featured DocumentRepresenting Congress is an eBook which presents a selection of political cartoons and learning resources to engage students in a discussion of what Congress is, how it works, and what it does. Recommended Grade LevelsGrades 7 - 12 CoursesCivics TopicsThe constitutional principles of checks and balances, federalism, limited government, popular sovereignty, republicanism, and separation of powers. . VocabularyChecks and Balances: The Constitutionally granted power for one branch of government to block action by an equal branch of government. The Constitution specifies instances in which one of the three branches can stop action by another. Historical precedents have established others. Time Required1 forty-five minute class period Learning ActivitiesPreparing the Materials
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Additional ResourcesTeaching Six Big Ideas in the Constitution - Students engage in a study of the U.S. Constitution and the significance of six big ideas contained in it: limited government; republicanism; checks and balances; federalism; separation of powers; and popular sovereignty. Constitution Scavenger Hunt with Political Cartoons - Students analyze political cartoons to learn about the outline and structure of the Constitution, as well as the content of many of its clauses. Studying the Constitution using Primary Sources - Students use primary sources to analyze the plan for the structure and powers of government embodied in the Constitution. Return to Lesson Plans If you have problems viewing this page, please contact . What specific parts of the Constitution reflect the principle of republicanism?Article 4, Section 4, of the Constitution also calls for every state to have a “republican form of government.” Civic Republicanism is the idea that citizens stay informed about politics and participate in the process.
How does the US Constitution reflect the principle of democracy 1 point?The Constitution established a Federal democratic republic. It is the system of the Federal Government; it is democratic because the people govern themselves; and it is a republic because the Government's power is derived from its people.
What is the purpose of Article 1 of the Constitution quizlet?Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution gives Congress its powers and limits. Congress is the legislative branch of the government, meaning they are the ones to make laws for the United States of America. The article also creates the two sections of Congress, which is called a bicameral legislature.
How does republicanism limit the power of government?Republicanism means the power rests with citizens who can and do vote. Then, elected representatives use their power to make laws.
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