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to the, GC UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT AND CIVICS Course Description: Students will study the purposes, principles, and practices of American government as established by the United States Constitution. Students will learn the structure and processes of the government of the state of Tennessee and local governments. Students will recognize their rights and responsibilities as citizens as well as how to exercise these rights and responsibilities at the local, state, and national levels. This course can be used for compliance with T.C.A. 49-6-1028, in which all districts must ensure that a project-based civics assessment is given at least once in grades 4 8 and once in grades 9 12. Grades 9-12 Social Studies Practices Overview: Students will apply these skills to create and address questions that will guide inquiry and critical thinking. These practices should be regularly applied throughout the year. Students will progress through the inquiry cycle (SSP.01-SSP.04) by analyzing primary and secondary sources to construct and communicate their conceptual understanding of the content standards and to develop historical and geographic awareness (SSP.05- SSP.06). SSP.01 Collect data and information from a variety of primary and secondary sources, including: Printed materials (e.g., literary texts, newspapers, autobiographies, speeches, interviews, letters, personal journals) Graphic representations (e.g., maps, timelines, charts, political cartoons, photographs, artwork) Field observations/landscape analysis Artifacts Media and technology sources SE: Topic Assessment (using sources for analysis, reflection, research, reports, and presentations), 33 37, 72 74, 121 124, 195 197, 230 232, 291 294, 320 322, 385 387, 418 420, 496 499, 555 558, 607 610, 671 672, 701 703 Primary Sources are embedded within the text (examples): 30, 42, 49, 67, 87, 106, 129, 213, 328, 341, 407, 472, 483, 520 Analyze Maps, 14, 17, 22, 25, 43, 80, 112, 138, 176, 228, 266, 271, 314, 447, 532, 538, 541, 570, 574, 586, 604, 623, 626, 667, 668, 683, 690; Analyze Political Cartoons, 29, 32, 35, 48, 70, 83, 84, 85, 87, 105, 110, 113, 139, 152, 162, 183, 193, 212, 213, 219, 223, 237, 255, 258, 264, 318, 331, 336, 352, 364, 367, 369, 397, 403, 430, 436, 457, 464, 473, 475, 488, 491, 493, 507, 533, 548, 551, 552, 576, 615, 625, 629, 639; Analyze Diagrams, 86, 88; Analyze Timeline, 101, 247, 311, 594, 622, 640, 677; Analyze Graphs, 143, 197, 277, 286, 365, 399, 441, 452, 467, 478, 479, 512, 526, 529, 549, 565, 596, 661, 662, 664, 666; Analyze Images, 212, 433, 444, 459, 594; Analyze Data, 311, 394, 401, 530, 585 4
to the, (Continued) SSP.01 Collect data and information from a variety of primary and secondary sources, including: Printed materials (e.g., literary texts, newspapers, autobiographies, speeches, interviews, letters, personal journals) Graphic representations (e.g., maps, timelines, charts, political cartoons, photographs, artwork) Field observations/landscape analysis Artifacts Media and technology sources SSP.02 Critically examine a primary or secondary source in order to: Extract and paraphrase significant ideas Discern differences between evidence and assertion Draw inferences and conclusions Recognize author s purpose, point of view, and potential bias Assess the strengths and limitations of arguments (Continued) 21st Century Skills: Interpret Sources, 777 778; Analyze Data and Models, 779; Analyze Political Cartoon, 781 782; Create Charts and Maps, 781; Read Physical Maps, 782 783; Read Political Maps, 784; Read Special-Purpose Maps, 785 786; Use Parts of a Map, 786 787; Analyze Primary and Secondary Sources, 787 788; Compare Viewpoints, 788 789; Identify Bias, 789 790; Avoid Plagiarism, 794 SE: Assessment: Evaluate Sources, 397 Analyze Political Cartoons, 29, 32, 35, 48, 70, 83, 84, 85, 87, 105, 110, 113, 139, 152, 162, 183, 193, 212, 213, 219, 223, 237, 255, 258, 264, 318, 331, 336, 352, 364, 367, 369, 397, 403, 430, 436, 457, 464, 473, 475, 488, 491, 493, 507, 533, 548, 551, 552, 576, 615, 625, 629, 639 Topic 1 Assessment (4: Explain a Written Constitution), 33; (10: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic), 33; Topic 2 Assessment (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72; (11: Analyze the Federalist Papers), 73; (19: Analyze Information for Bias and Point of View), 74; Topic 3 Assessment (15: Create a Project), 123; Topic 4 Assessment (11: Analyze How The Federalist Papers Explain American Government), 196; Topic 7 Assessment (1: Compare Methods), 320; (11: Analyze Issues and Create a Product), 322; Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; Topic 14 Assessment (8: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic to Historical and Contemporary Forms of Government), 702 5
to the, (Continued) SSP.02 Critically examine a primary or secondary source in order to: Extract and paraphrase significant ideas Discern differences between evidence and assertion Draw inferences and conclusions Recognize author s purpose, point of view, and potential bias Assess the strengths and limitations of arguments SSP.03 Synthesize data from a variety of sources in order to: Establish accuracy and validity by comparing sources to each other Recognize disparities among multiple accounts Frame appropriate questions for further investigation (Continued) 21st Century Skills: Interpret Sources, 777 778; Analyze Political Cartoon, 781 782; Analyze Primary and Secondary Sources, 787 788; Compare Viewpoints, 788 789; Identify Bias, 789 790; Avoid Plagiarism, 794 SE: Assessment: Compare Points of View, 18, 82, 223, 289, 439, 510, 685, 686, 687 Topic 1 Assessment (10: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic), 33; Topic 2 Assessment (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72; (11: Analyze the Federalist Papers), 73; (19: Analyze Information for Bias and Point of View), 74; Topic 3 Assessment (15: Create a Project), 123; Topic 4 Assessment (11: Analyze How The Federalist Papers Explain American Government), 196; Topic 7 Assessment (1: Compare Methods), 320; (11: Analyze Issues and Create a Product), 322; Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; Topic 14 Assessment (8: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic to Historical and Contemporary Forms of Government), 702 21st Century Skills: Interpret Sources, 777 778; Analyze Primary and Secondary Sources, 787 788; Compare Viewpoints, 788 789; Identify Bias, 789 790 6
to the, SSP.04 Construct and communicate arguments citing supporting evidence to: Demonstrate and defend an understanding of ideas Compare and contrast viewpoints Illustrate cause and effect Predict likely outcomes Devise new outcomes or solutions SE: Assessment: Cite Evidence, 18, 45, 98, 250, 365, 457; Support a Point of View with Evidence, 59, 71, 146, 220, 272, 596, 597 Arguments and Starting Points for Position Papers on Major Events: Topic 2 Assessment (10: Examine Debates Analyze the Validity of Arguments and Counterarguments), 73; (19: Analyze Information for Bias and Point of View; Examine Debates), 74; Topic 3 Assessment (25: Create a Written or Oral Presentation), 124; Topic 10 Assessment (3: Analyze Federalist Papers), 496; (7: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 497; (16: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 498; (21: Evaluate Arguments for Point of View and Frame of Reference) 499; Topic 13 Assessment (15: Compare the Functions), 672 21st Century Skills: Evaluate Existing Arguments, 790 791; Consider and Counter Opposing Arguments, 791 792; Participate in a Discussion or Debate, 792; Give an Effective Presentation, 792 793; Write an Essay, 793 794; Avoid Plagiarism, 794; Solve Problems, 795 7
to the, SSP.05 Develop historical awareness by: Recognizing how and why historical accounts change over time Perceiving and presenting past events and issues as they might have been experienced by the people of the time, with historical empathy rather than present-mindedness Evaluating how unique circumstances of time and place create context and contribute to action and reaction Identifying patterns of continuity and change over time, making connections to the present SE: Assessment: Compare Points of View, 18, 82, 223, 289, 439, 510, 685, 686, 687; Determine Point of View, 484, 513; Evaluate Arguments, 89, 210, 339, 384, 457, 470, 544, 572; Evaluate Sources, 397 Primary Sources are embedded within the text (examples): 30, 42, 49, 67, 87, 106, 129, 213, 328, 341, 407, 472, 483, 520 Topic 2 Assessment (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72; (7: Identify Contributions of the Founding Fathers), 73; (11: Analyze the Federalist Papers), 73; (19: Analyze Information for Bias and Point of View), 74; Topic 4 Assessment (11: Analyze How The Federalist Papers Explain American Government), 196; Topic 5 Assessment (1: Identify Contributions of the Founding Fathers), 230; Topic 7 Assessment (1: Compare Methods), 320; Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; Topic 9 Assessment (6: Explain Changes in American Culture), 419; Topic 14 Assessment (8: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic to Historical and Contemporary Forms of Government), 702 21st Century Skills: Interpret Sources, 777 778; Analyze Political Cartoon, 781 782; Analyze Primary and Secondary Sources, 787 788; Compare Viewpoints, 788 789; Identify Bias, 789 790; Consider and Counter Opposing Arguments, 791 792 8
to the, SSP.06 Develop geographic awareness by: Using the geographic perspective to analyze relationships, patterns, and diffusion across space at multiple scales (e.g., local, national, global) Analyzing and determining the use of diverse types of maps based on the origin, authority, structure, context, and validity Analyzing locations, conditions, and connections of places and using maps to investigate spatial associations among phenomena Examining how geographers use regions and how perceptions of regions are fluid across time and space Analyzing interaction between humans and the physical environment SE: Analyze Maps, 14, 17, 22, 25, 43, 80, 112, 138, 176, 228, 266, 271, 314, 447, 532, 538, 541, 570, 574, 586, 604, 623, 626, 667, 668, 683, 690 Geographic Distribution of Power, 15 17; Foreign Policy Overview, 261 272; Diplomacy, 273 283 The U.S. in a Global Economy, 598 606; Democracy and the Changing World, 676 681; The United Kingdom, 682 688; The Russian Federation, 689 695; China, 696 700 Topic 1 Assessment (25: Analyze a Confederate Government), 37; Topic 6 Assessment (1: Examine Economic Resources in Foreign Policy), 291; Topic 7 Assessment (10: Analyze the Structure, Evaluate Data, and Interpret Information), 322; Topic 11 Assessment (11: Analyze the Electoral College and Evaluate Government Data), 557; (12: Analyze Electoral College and Interpret Information), 557; Topic 12 Assessment (9: Understand How Taxation Restricts Enterprise), 608; Topic 14 Assessment (1: Identify the Significance to the United States), 701; (5: Identify the Significance and Evaluate Government Data), 702 21st Century Skills: Analyze Data and Models, 779; Create Charts and Maps, 781; Read Physical Maps, 782 783; Read Political Maps, 784; Read Special-Purpose Maps, 785 786; Use Parts of a Map, 786 787 9
to the, Foundations of Constitutional Government Overview: Students will explain the fundamental principles of American government, as expressed in the Constitution and other essential documents of American federalism. GC.01 Examine the influences of leading European thinkers (e.g., John Locke, Charles- Louis Montesquieu, Thomas Hobbes) and other roots of American government (e.g., Greek democracy, Roman republic, Magna Carta). C, E, G, P Handbook, pp. TN 8 TN 9 SE: Government as Human Invention, 5 6; Thomas Hobbes, 7, 8 9, 49 50; John Locke, 8, 9; 46, 51; Athens: The First Democracy & The Roman Republic, 20; Major Enlightenment Figures, 26; Magna Carta, 41 42; The Petition of Right, 42; The English Bill of Rights, 42; Primary Sources: The Magna Carta, 732; English Bill of Rights, 733; Treatise on Government: John Locke, 734; The Spirit of the Laws: Montesquieu, 734 735; The Social Contract: Rousseau, 735 736 Topic 2 Assessment (2: Explain Major Political Ideas), 72; (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72 GC.02 Examine the Declaration of Independence and American grievances against British rule. H, P Handbook, pp. TN 8 TN 9 SE: Independence, 46 54; Primary Sources: Declaration of Independence, 730 731 Topic 1 Assessment (3: Identify Traditions That Informed the American Founding), 33; Topic 2 Assessment (4: Identify Contributions of Founding Fathers), 72; (6: Identify Significant Individuals), 73; (12: Identify American Beliefs and Principles), 73; (13: Identify and Define Unalienable Rights and Use), 73 GC.03 Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. H, P SE: First Steps, 55 59 Topic 2 Assessment (5: Examine Impacts on Founding Documents), 72 10
to the, GC.04 Discuss the Constitutional Convention of 1787, including the Great Compromise and the ensuing debate over ratification between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. H, P GC.05 Describe the purposes and functions of government as outlined in the Preamble of the Constitution. P SE: Creating and Ratifying the Constitution, 60 71 Topic 2 Assessment (1: Examine Debates and Analyze the Validity of Information), 72; (7: Identify Contributions of the Founding Fathers), 73; (10: Examine Debates That Impacted the Founding Documents and Analyze the Validity of Arguments and Counterarguments), 73; (11: Analyze the Federalist Papers), 73; (15: Give Examples of Processes Used to Affect Policy), 74; Topic 3 Assessment (25: Create a Written or Oral Presentation), 124 SE: What Government Does, 9 11; An Outline of the U.S. Constitution, 78 Topic 1 Assessment (23: Evaluate Purposes and Analyze Information), 37; Topic 3 Assessment (5: Create a Presentation Evaluating How the Government Fulfills the Preamble), 121 11
to the, GC.06 Describe limited government within the Constitution, including: P Checks and balances Civilian control of the military Federalism Judicial review Popular sovereignty Rule of law Separation of powers Handbook, pp. TN 8 TN 9, TN 10 TN 11 SE: Power, Authority, and Legitimacy, 24; The Basics of Democracy, 27 30; Origins of American Constitutional Government, 41; Basic Principles, 83 85; More Basic Principles, 85 89; The Cabinet and Its Functions, 249; Civilian Control of the Military, 284 285; Outcomes of Transitions to Democracy, 679; Understanding Due Process, 355 356; Assessment, 359; The American Free Enterprise System, 564; Russia and Its History, 689 Topic 1 Assessment (14: Understand the Rule of Law), 34; Topic 2 Assessment (9: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions), 73; (16: Understand the Rule of Law and Analyze Information), 74; Topic 3 Assessment (7: Understand the Rule of Law), 122; (8: Create a Visual Presentation), 122; (14: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions), 122; (17: Identify American Beliefs and Principles), 123; (21: Explain Certain Provisions of the U.S. Constitution), 123; Topic 9 Assessment (15: Understand the Role of the Rule of Law), 420 GC.07 Describe the structure of the Constitution and the process to amend it. P SE: An Outline of the U.S. Constitution, 78 79; Article I, 80 81; Article II, 81 82; Article III, 82 83; Amending the Constitution, 90 98 Topic 3 Assessment (3: Analyze Legislative Branch), 121; (12: Describe the Constitutionally Prescribed Procedures), 122; (15: Create a Project), 123 12
to the, GC.08 Analyze how the Bill of Rights limits the powers of the government and ensures individual rights. (T.C.A. 49-6-1028) C, P, TCA Handbook, pp. TN 8 TN 9 SE: The Bill of Rights, 93 94; Protecting Civil Liberties: The Unalienable Rights, 326 332; Assessment, 332; Freedom of Religion, 333 339; Assessment, 339; Freedom of Speech and Press, 340 349; Assessment, 349; Freedom of Assembly and Petition, 350 354; Assessment, 354; Freedom and Security of the Person, 360 371; Assessment, 371; Rights of the Accused, 372 384; Assessment, 384 Topic 3 Assessment (16: Explain the Importance), 123; (26: Identify Freedoms and Rights), 124; Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; (7: Analyze the Importance of the First Amendment), 385; (9: Identify the Reasons for the Protection of Religious Freedom), 386; (10: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions), 386; (19: Analyze the Bill of Rights), 387 GC.09 Define the concepts of democracy and republic, and examine the relationship between the two. P Handbook, pp. TN 8 TN 9 SE: Democracy, 5; Direct Democracy and Indirect Democracy, 13; Republic, 13; Athens: The First Democracy, 20; The Roman Republic, 20; Primary Sources: The Spirit of the Laws: Montesquieu, 734 735 Topic 1 Assessment (10: Compare the U.S. Constitutional Republic), 34; Topic 2 Assessment (12: Identify American Beliefs and Principles), 73 13
to the, The Legislative Branch Overview: Students will analyze the functions of the legislative branch of the federal government. GC.10 Analyze Article I and the 17th Amendment of the Constitution as they relate to the legislative branch, including: eligibility for office, roles, length of terms, and election to office for representatives and senators, respectively. H, P SE: Article I, 80 81, 706 713; Congress: The Job, 129 133; Terms and Sessions of Congress, 133 134; Congressional Compensation, 134 136; Terms for Representatives, 137 138; House Elections, 141; Qualifications for Office in the House, 141 143; Assessment, 146 Topic 1 Assessment (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch of Government), 33; Topic 3 Assessment (3: Analyze Legislative Branch), 121; Topic 4 Assessment (3: Analyze the 17th Amendment), 195; (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196; (12: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196; (17: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 197 GC.11 Describe the census and its role in redistricting and reapportionment, including the role of Baker v. Carr. P, T SE: Reapportionment of Congress, 138 141; Gerrymandering, 139 141, 426, 429, 622; Baker v. Carr, 139, 622, 626; Assessment, 626 Topic 4 Assessment (17: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 197; Topic 13 Assessment (8: Explain How Political Divisions Are Crafted and Affected), 672 GC.12 Identify leadership positions of the legislative branch, including: Majority and minority leaders President pro tempore Role of the vice president Speaker of the House P SE: The Presiding Officers, 173 174; Party Officers, 174 176; Assessment, 181 Topic 4 Assessment (12: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196 14
to the, GC.13 Describe the process of how a bill becomes a law. P GC.14 Identify the Tennessee representatives and senators to U.S. Congress. P, T GC.15 Describe the powers of U.S. Congress, including: H, P Appropriations Commerce Confirmations Declaration of war Implied powers Necessary and proper clause SE: Congress at Work Making Law, 182 194; also see: Federal Civil Rights Laws, 412 417 Topic 4 Assessment (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196; (14: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions for Limiting Government), 197 Handbook, Assessment question #3 on p. TN 5 SE: The Expressed Powers, 147 158; The Implied and Nonlegislative Powers, 159 169; Creating the Budget, 591 593; Assessment, 597 Topic 4 Assessment (1: Explain Federal Responsibilities), 195; (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196; (11: Analyze How the Federalist Papers Explain American Government), 196; (13: Explain Cultural Changes), 197 15
to the, The Executive Branch Overview: Students will analyze the functions of the executive branch of the federal government. GC.16 Analyze Article II of the Constitution as it relates to the executive branch, including: H, P Appointments Commander-in-chief of the military Eligibility for office Executive orders Length of term (22nd Amendment) Oath of office Powers of the president Succession (25th Amendment) Treaties Handbook, pp. TN 10 TN 11 SE: Article II, 81 82, 713 715; Assessment, 136; The Presidency An Overview, 200 206; Assessment, 206; The President s Domestic Powers, 211 223; The President s Foreign Affairs Powers, 224 229; Assessment, 229; Executive Branch Bureaucracy, 238; The Cabinet and Its Functions, 247; Federal Judges and Court Officers, 302 Topic 3 Assessment (4: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch), 121; Topic 5 Assessment (2: Analyze Functions of the Executive Branch), 230; (3: Analyze the Functions of the Executive), 230; (4: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 230; (6: Explain Provisions of the U.S. Constitution), 231; (11: Explain Major Foreign Policy Responsibilities), 231; (12: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 231; (14: Analyze U.S. Foreign Policy), 232; (17: Analyze Article II), 232 GC.17 Identify major departments of the executive branch, including: P Defense Education Justice State Treasury SE: The Federal Bureaucracy, 236 241; The EOP and the Executive Departments, 242 250; Foreign Policy Overview, 261; Diplomacy, 273 277; The Department of Defense, 284 287; The Power to Tax, 580; The Borrowing Process, 595 596; Understanding the Public Debt, 596 Topic 6 Assessment (4: Explain Major Responsibilities of Government), 291; (6: Examine Resources in Foreign Policy), 292; (9: Staff and Line Agencies), 292; (13: Identify the Purpose of Executive Agencies), 293; (14: Explain Major Foreign Policy Responsibilities), 293; (20: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch), 294 16
to the, GC.18 Explain the Electoral College system, and compare and contrast arguments for and against it. G, H, P SE: The Electoral College, 537 538; Flaws in the Electoral College, 539 540; Proposed Reforms and a Defense, 541 544; Twelfth Amendment, 94, 168 Topic 11 Assessment (11: Analyze the Electoral College and Evaluate Government Data), 557; 12: Analyze Electoral College and Interpret Information), 557; (18: Defend a Point of View and Analyze the Electoral College), 558 The Judicial Branch Overview: Students will analyze the functions of the judicial branch of the federal government GC.19 Analyze Article III of the Constitution as it relates to judicial power, including the length of terms and the jurisdiction of the U.S. Supreme Court. P Handbook, p. TN 11 SE: Creation of a National Judiciary, 299 300; Jurisdiction in the Federal Court System, 300; Types of Jurisdiction, 301 302; Federal Judges and Court Officers, 302 305; Assessment, 305; Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, 308 309; The Inferior Courts and the Special Courts, 313 319 Topic 3 Assessment (19: Analyze Information), 123; (25: Analyze Article III), 124; Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions and Explain Provisions), 320; (5: Explain Provisions), 321; (10: Analyze the Structure, Evaluate Data, and Interpret Information), 322 GC.20 Explain the processes of selection and confirmation of Supreme Court justices. P SE: Federal Judges and Court Officers, 302 305 Topic 7 Assessment (1: Compare Methods), 320 17
to the, GC.21 Explain the process of judicial review established by Marbury v. Madison. H, P, T Handbook, pp. TN 4, TN 11 SE: Judicial Review, 87; What Is Judicial Review? 306 308 Tennessee State and Local Government Handbook, p. TN 11 (Question 1); Topic 3 Assessment (2: Identify the Contributions), 121; Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions and Explain Provisions), 320; (4. Identify Contributions and Individuals), 320 GC.22 Describe the Supreme Court s role in determining the constitutionality of laws and acts of the legislative and executive branches. P, T Handbook, p. TN 11 SE: The Supreme Court, 306 312 Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions and Explain Provisions), 320; (5. Explain Provisions), 321 18
to the, Civil Liberties Overview: Students will identify various liberties that are ensured through the Constitution and analyze court cases that have impacted the ways our liberties are protected. GC.23 Evaluate the Supreme Court s interpretations of the freedoms articulated in the 1st Amendment, including: H, P, T Schenck v. United States Engel v. Vitale Tinker v. Des Moines Lemon v. Kurtzman New York Times v. United States Miller v. California Texas v. Johnson Handbook, p. TN 11 SE: Personal Interests and the Public Good, 328; Protecting Civil Liberties: Freedom of Religion, 333 339; Assessment, 339; Freedom of Speech and Press, 340 349; Assessment, 349; Freedom of Assembly and Petition, 350 354; The Use of Precedent, 636 Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; (7: Analyze the Importance of the First Amendment), 385; (9: Identify the Reasons for the Protection of Religious Freedom), 386; (12: Evaluate a Court Decision), 386; (14: Examine Reasons and Compare and Contrast), 386; (17: Understand the Role of Limited Government), 387 GC.24 Explain the 2nd Amendment, and evaluate its various interpretations. P, T SE: Right to Keep and Bear Arms, 362 363; Second Amendment, 93, 330, 493, 720 Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385; (16: Give Examples and Analyze the Impact), 387 19
to the, GC.25 Evaluate the Supreme Court s interpretations of freedoms in the 4th through 8th Amendments, including: Mapp v. Ohio Gideon v. Wainwright Miranda v. Arizona H, P, T Handbook, p. TN 11 SE: Due Process of Law, 355 359; Security of Home and Person, 363 365; Freedom and Security of the Person, 360 371; Rights of the Accused, 372 384 Topic 8 Assessment (2: Create a Presentation Analyzing Interpretations of Rights), 385; (5: Describe Efforts to Extend the Bill of Rights to the States), 385; (18: Analyze Interpretations of Rights), 387 GC.26 Evaluate the Supreme Court s interpretations of the freedoms in the 14th Amendment, equal protection, and due process clauses, including: H, P, T Plessy v. Ferguson Gitlow v. New York Brown v. Board of Education Roe v. Wade Obergefell v. Hodges GC.27 Identify and explain legislation and legal precedents that established rights for the underserved, including Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act. H, P, T Handbook, p. TN 11 SE: Marriage and Divorce, 117 118; Gitlow v. New York, 330; Due Process of Law, 355 359; The Right of Privacy, 369 371; Equality Before the Law, 405 411; Federal Civil Rights Laws, 412 417 Topic 8 Assessment (3: Create a Presentation Analyzing Interpretations of Rights), 385; (4: Explain Due Process Rights), 385; (10: Evaluate and Analyze Constitutional Provisions), 386; (16: Give Examples and Analyze the Impact), 387; Topic 9 Assessment (5: Evaluate a U.S. Government Policy), 419; (7: Explain Changes in American Culture), 419; (11: Analyze Historical Examples), 419 SE: Diversity and Discrimination, 398 404; Title IX of Education Amendments, 413; Americans with Disabilities Act, 413 414 Topic 8 Assessment (6: Create a Product That Identifies Freedoms and Rights), 385 20
to the, Tennessee State and Local Government Overview: Students will identify state leaders and explain state and local governance in Tennessee through exploration of the various structures and functions of government. GC.28 Identify the functions of departments and agencies of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches in the state of Tennessee. P, T Handbook, pp. TN 2 TN 5 GC.29 Explain the differences among the types of local governments in Tennessee, including county, city, and metro governments, as well as the legal, fiscal, and operational relationships between them and the state government. P, T Handbook, pp. TN 6 TN 7 GC.30 Identify the current governor of Tennessee and the representatives in the General Assembly (for a student s respective district). P, T Handbook, Assessment questions #1 and 3 on p. TN 5 21
to the, Citizen Participation Overview: Students will examine the responsibilities and opportunities of a citizen of the U.S. GC.31 Describe what should be reasonably expected from any citizen or resident of the U.S., and explain why it is important for the well-being of the nation, including: C, P, T Being informed on civic issues Obeying the law Paying taxes Respecting the rights of others Serving as a juror Serving in the military or alternative service Volunteering and performing public service Voting Tennessee State and Local Government Handbook, pp. TN 12 TN 13 SE: Secure the Blessings of Liberty, 11; Responsibilities, Duties, and Obligations of Citizenship, 30 31; Assessment, 32; Personal Interests and the Public Good, 328; Assessment, 332; American Citizenship, 390 397; Voter Turnout, 440; The Voting Process, 450 457; In-Depth News, 479; Assessment, 479 Tennessee State and Local Government Handbook, TN 13 (Questions 1 and 3); Topic 1 Assessment (13: Explain Personal and Civic Responsibilities), 34; (17: Understand Citizenship), 35; (18: Evaluate the Obligations of Citizenship), 35; (24: Understand Citizenship), 36; (27: Understand Citizenship), 37; Topic 6 Assessment (3: Understand Responsibilities of Citizenship), 291; Topic 8 Assessment (15: Evaluate Obligations of Citizenship), 386; Topic 10 Assessment (7: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 497; (12: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 497; (22: Write About the Essential Question), 499; Topic 11 Assessment (14: Identify Opportunities), 557; Topic 12 Assessment (13: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 610 21st Century Skills: Being an Informed Citizen, 796; Political Participation, 797; Voting, 797 798; Serving on a Jury, 798; Paying Taxes, 799 22
to the, GC.32 Explain the role of political parties in the nomination process for presidential candidates and the importance of and difference between primaries, caucuses, and general elections. P, T GC.33 Describe the role of the media as a means of communicating information and how it influences the importance of issues and public opinion. P, T GC.34 Describe the means that citizens use to participate in the political process, including: P, T Campaigning Demonstrating Lobbying Petitioning Running for office Voting SE: Political Parties and What They Do, 502 517; Nominations, 518 527; Electing the President, 528 545 Topic 11 Assessment (2: Compare Methods), 555; (5: Evaluate the Role and Analyze Historical Examples), 556; (6: Explain the Two-Party System), 556; (13: Explain the Process of Electing the President of the United States), 557; (15: Analyze the Function of Political Parties), 557 SE: Influencing Public Opinion: The Mass Media, 471 479 Topic 10 Assessment (4: Identify Significant Individuals), 497; (9: Evaluate the Impact of the Internet), 497; (14: Analyze the Impact of Political Changes), 498; (17: Identify Examples of Research), 499 Handbook, pp. TN 3, TN 12 TN 13 SE: The History of Voting Rights, 424 431; Your Right to Vote, 432 439; Voting Trends, 440 449; The Voting Process, 450 457; Understanding Interest Groups, 480 495; Money and Elections, 545 554; Nominations, 518 527; Electing the President, 528 545 Topic 10 Assessment (5: Understand Voter Registration), 497; (7: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 497; (12: Understand the Responsibilities of Citizenship), 497; (16: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 498 23
to the, GC.35 Explain the requirements to be considered a natural-born U.S. citizen, and describe the process of naturalization, including the knowledge required by the Naturalization Test. P, T SE: Natural-Born Citizens, 391 392; Naturalized Citizens, 392 393; Assessment, 397 Topic 8 Assessment (15: Evaluate Obligations of Citizenship), 386 24