Georgia Standards of Excellence American Government and Civics 2016

A Correlation of 2016 To the Georgia Standards of Excellence American Government and Civics 2016

FORMAT FOR CORRELATION TO THE GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE (GSE) GRADES K-12 SOCIAL STUDIES AND SCIENCE Subject Area: Social Studies State-Funded Course Name & Number: 45.0570002 Textbook Title: Pearson Magruder s American Government ISBN: 9780133328493 Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc. publishing as Prentice Hall The Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) for Grades K-12 Social Studies and Science may be accessed on-line at: https://www.georgiastandards.org Standard (Cite Number) American Government/Civics SSCG1 Standard (Cite specific standard) The government course provides students with a background in the philosophy, functions, and structure of the United States government. Students examine the philosophical foundations of the United States government and how that philosophy developed. Students also examine the structure and function of the United States government and its relationship to states and citizens. Compare and contrast various systems of government. a. Determine how governments differ in geographic distribution of power, particularly unitary, confederal, and federal types of government. Where Taught (If print component, cite page number; if non-print, cite appropriate location.) SE/TE: Geographic Distribution of Power, 15 17 Topic 1 Assessment (9: Compare the Structures of Governments), 34; (11: Analyze Unitary Government), 34; (25: Analyze a Confederate Government), 37 Page 2 of 14

b. Determine how some forms of government differ in their level of citizen participation particularly authoritarian (autocracy and oligarchy) and democratic. SE/TE: Who Can Participate? 13 15 Topic 1 Assessment (2: Explain Major Political Ideas), 33; (13: Explain Personal and Civic Responsibilities), 34 c. Determine how the role of the executive differs in presidential and parliamentary systems of governments. SE/TE: Legislative and Executive Branches, 17 18 Topic 1 Assessment (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch of Government), 33; (8: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch of Government), 33 d. Differentiate between a direct democracy, representative democracy, and/or a republic. SE/TE: Democracy, 5; Direct Democracy and Indirect Democracy, 13; Republic, 13; Athens: The First Democracy, 20; The Roman Republic, 20 SSCG2 Demonstrate knowledge of the political philosophies that shaped the development of United States constitutional government. a. Analyze key ideas of limited government and the rule of law as seen in the Magna Carta, the Petition of Right, and the English Bill of Rights. SE/TE: 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 Topic 2 Assessment (2: Explain Major Political Ideas), 72; (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72 b. Analyze the impact of the writings of Hobbes (Leviathan), Locke (Second Treatise on Government), Rousseau (The Social Contract), and Montesquieu (The Spirit of the Laws) on our concept of government. SE/TE: The Social Contract Theory, 8; People Agree to Form a State, 9; Power Comes from the People, 25 26; Jefferson s Work, 51; John Locke, 8, 46, 51; The Delegates, 60; Primary Sources: Treatise on Government: John Locke, 734; The Spirit of the Laws: Montesquieu, 734 735; The Social Contract: Rousseau, 735 736 Topic 1 Assessment (2: Explain Major Political Ideas), 33; Topic 2 Assessment (2: Explain Major Political Ideas), 72; (3: Explain Major Political Ideas in History), 72 Page 3 of 14

c. Analyze the ways in which the philosophies listed in element 2b influenced the Declaration of Independence. SE/TE: Jefferson s Work, 51; Primary Sources: Treatise on Government: John Locke, 734; The Spirit of the Laws: Montesquieu, 734 735; The Social Contract: Rousseau, 735 736 Topic 1 Assessment (3: Identify Traditions That Informed the American Founding), 33 SSCG3 Demonstrate knowledge of the framing and structure of the United States Constitution. a. Analyze debates during the drafting of the Constitution, including the Three-Fifths Compromise, the Great Compromise, and the Commerce Clause. SE/TE: The Framers Meet, 60 62; Two Plans of Government, 62 64; Debates and Compromises, 64 67 Topic 2 Assessment (1: Examine Debates and Analyze the Validity of Information), 72 b. Analyze how the Constitution addresses the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. SE/TE: Major Weaknesses Surface, 56; A Demand for Stronger Government, 58 59 Topic 2 Assessment (5: Examine Impacts on Founding Documents), 72 c. Explain the fundamental principles of the United States Constitution, including limited government, the rule of law, federalism, separation of powers, checks and balances, and popular sovereignty. SE/TE: An Overview of the U.S. Constitution, 78 80; Basic Principles, 83 85; More Basic Principles, 85 89 Topic 3 Assessment (5: Create a Presentation Evaluating How the Government Fulfills the Preamble), 121; (16: Explain the Importance), 123; (17: Identify American Beliefs and Principles), 123 d. Explain the key ideas in the debate over ratification made by the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists. SE/TE: The Fight for Ratification, 67 71 Topic 2 Assessment (11: Analyze the Federalist Papers), 73 Page 4 of 14

SSCG4 Demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government. a. Describe the structure, powers, and limitations of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, as described in the Constitution. SE/TE: Article I, 80; Article II, 81 82; Article III, 82 83; The Legislative Branch, 128 129; National Legislature Overview, 128 136; The Two Houses, 137 146; The Expressed Powers, 147 158; The Implied and Nonlegislative Powers, 159 169; Congress at Work Organization and Committees, 170 181; Congress at Work Making Law, 182 194; The Presidency An Overview, 200 206; The President s Domestic Powers, 215 227; The President s Foreign Affairs Powers, 228 233; The National Judiciary, 298 305; The Supreme Court, 306 312; The Inferior Courts and the Special Courts, 313 319 Topic 1 Assessment (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch of Government), 33; (8: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch of Government), 33; (19: Analyze the Functions of the Judicial Branch of Government), 36; Topic 2 Assessment (8: Analyze the Structure and Functions of the Legislative Branch), 73; Topic 3 Assessment (3: Analyze Legislative Branch), 121; (4: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch), 121; (22: Analyze the Functions of the Judicial Branch), 123; Topic 4 Assessment (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; Topic 5 Assessment (2: Analyze Functions of the Executive Branch), 230; (3: Analyze the Functions of the Executive), 230; Topic 6 Assessment (13: Identify the Purpose of Executive Agencies), 293; (20: Analyze the Functions of the Executive Branch), 294; Topic 12 Assessment (11: Analyze Functions of the Legislative Branch), 610 b. Analyze the relationship between the three branches in a system of checks and balances and separation of powers. SE/TE: Checks and Balances, 85 87; Separation of Powers, 84 85; Judicial Review, 87 Topic 1 Assessment (6: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions), 33; Topic 3 Assessment (21: Explain Certain Provisions of the U.S. Constitution), 123; Topic 4 Assessment (14: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions for Limiting Government), 197 Page 5 of 14

SSCG5 Demonstrate knowledge of the federal system of government described in the United States Constitution. a. Explain and analyze the relationship of state governments to the national government. SE/TE: Federalism: Powers Divided, 99 108; The National Government and the States, 109 120 Topic 3 Assessment (9: Understand the Limits on the National Government), 122 b. Define and provide examples of enumerated, implied, concurrent, reserved, and denied powers. SE/TE: Three Types of Federal Powers, 101 102; Powers Denied to the Federal Government, 103; Powers of the Fifty States, 103 104; The Exclusive and concurrent Powers, 105 106 Topic 3 Assessment (8: Create a Visual Presentation), 122; (9: Understand the Limits on the National Government), 122 c. Analyze the ongoing debate that focuses on the balance of power between state and national governments as it relates to current issues. SE/TE: Federalism: Powers Divided, 99 108; The National Government and the States, 109 120 Topic 3 Assessment (8: Create a Visual Presentation), 122; (9: Understand the Limits on the National Government), 122 d. Analyze the Supremacy Clause found in Article VI and the role of the U.S. Constitution as the supreme law of the land. SE/TE: The Supremacy Clause, 106 e. Describe the roles of Congress and the states in the formal process of amending the Constitution. SE/TE: Amending the Constitution, 90 98 Topic 3 Assessment (12: Describe the Constitutionally Prescribed Procedures), 122 Page 6 of 14

SSCG6 Analyze the meaning and importance of each of the rights guaranteed under the Bill of Rights and how each is secured SE/TE: The Bill of Rights, 93 94; Protecting Civil Liberties: The Unalienable Rights, 326 332; Freedom of Religion, 333 339; Freedom of Speech and Press, 340 349; Freedom of Assembly and Petition, 350 354 Topic 3 Assessment (16: Explain the Importance), 123; 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 SSCG7 Demonstrate knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights. a. Define civil liberties as protections against government actions (e.g., First Amendment). SE/TE: Protecting Civil Liberties: The Unalienable Rights, 326 332; Freedom of Religion, 333 339; Freedom of Speech and Press, 340 349; Freedom of Assembly and Petition, 350 354; Due Process of Law, 355 359; Freedom and Security of the Person, 360 371; Rights of the Accused, 372 384 Topic 8 Assessment (10: Evaluate and Analyze Constitutional Provisions), 386; (15: Evaluate Obligations of Citizenship), 386 b. Define civil rights as equal protections for all people (e.g., Civil Rights Act, Brown v. Board of Education, etc.) SE/TE: Equality Before the Law, 405-411; Federal Civil Rights Laws, 412-417; The History of Voting Rights, 424-431; Your Right to Vote, 432-439 Topic 9 Assessment (5: Evaluate a U.S. Government Policy), 419; (8: Analyze Contemporary Examples), 419; (11: Analyze Historical Examples), 419; Topic 10 Assessment (2: Evaluate Policies and Decisions that Affect Particular Groups), 496 c. Analyze due process of law as expressed in the 5th and 14th amendments, as understood through the process of incorporation SE/TE: Due Process of Law, 355 359 Topic 8 Assessment (4: Explain Due Process Rights), 385 d. Identify how amendments extend the right to vote. SE/TE: The History of Voting Rights, 424-431; Your Right to Vote, 432-439 Topic 10 Assessment (20: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions), 499 Page 7 of 14

SSCG8 Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative branch of government. a. Cite the formal qualifications for representatives and senators listed in the Constitution. SE/TE: Qualifications for Office in the House, 141-143, 706; Qualifications for Office in the Senate, 145 146, 707 Topic 4 Assessment (2: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 195 b. Describe the election process for representatives and senators and how the 17th Amendment impacted the election of senators. SE/TE: Congressional Districts, 139; Gerrymandering, 139 141; House Elections, 141; Election to the Senate, 144 Topic 4 Assessment (2: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 195 c. Compare the terms of office for each chamber of Congress and explain the Founders intent. SE/TE: Terms for Representatives, 137 138, 706; Terms of Office (Senate) 144 145, 707 Topic 4 Assessment (2: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 195 d. Compare and contrast the powers of each chamber of Congress (e.g., power of the purse, 16th Amendment, treaties, etc.) SE/TE: The Expressed Powers, 147 158; The Implied and Nonlegislative Powers, 159 169 Topic 4 Assessment (1: Explain Federal Responsibilities), 195; (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196 e. Explain the steps in the legislative process. SE/TE: Congress at Work Making Law, 182 194 Topic 4 Assessment (7: Analyze the Functions of the Legislative Branch), 196; (14: Evaluate Constitutional Provisions for Limiting Government), 197 f. Explain the functions of various leadership positions and committees within the legislature. SE/TE: Congress at Work Organization and Committees, 170 181 Topic 4 Assessment (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 Page 8 of 14

g. Analyze the positive and negative role lobbyists play in the legislative process. SE/TE: Positive Aspects of Interest Groups, 483; Negative Aspects of Interest Groups, 484 Topic 10 Assessment (11: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 497; (16: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 498 SSCG9 Explain the impeachment and removal process and its use for federal officials as defined in the U.S. Constitution. SE/TE: Impeachment, 165 168 SSCG10 Demonstrate knowledge of the executive branch of government. a. Cite the formal qualifications listed in the Constitution for President of the United States. SE/TE: Qualifications for the Presidency, 203 Topic 5 Assessment (4: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 230 b. Describe informal qualifications common to past presidents. SE/TE: Qualifications for the Presidency, 203; Who is Nominated?, 534 535 Topic 5 Assessment (4: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 230; Topic 11 Assessment (13: Explain the Process of Electing the President of the United States), 557 c. Identify term of office and describe the line of succession (e.g., 20th, 22nd, and 25th amendments). SE/TE: The Presidential Term of Office, 204; Presidential Succession and Disability, 204 206 Topic 5 Assessment (5: Analyze Information by Comparing), 230 d. Analyze the role of the Electoral College in electing the President and the clarification provided in the 12th Amendment. SE/TE: 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; (18: Defend a Point of View and Analyze the Electoral College), 558 Page 9 of 14

e. Distinguish between the roles of the President, including Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, chief executive, chief agenda setter, chief of state, chief diplomat, and party leader. SE/TE: The Presidency An Overview, 200 206 Topic 5 Assessment (2: Analyze Functions of the Executive Branch), 230; (3: Analyze the Functions of the Executive), 230 SSCG11 Explain the functions of the departments and agencies of the federal bureaucracy. a. Compare and contrast the organization and responsibilities of independent regulatory agencies, government corporations, and executive agencies. SE/TE: The Federal Bureaucracy, 236 241; The EOP and the Executive Departments, 242 250; The Independent Agencies, 251 260 Topic 6 Assessment (4: Explain Major Responsibilities of Government), 291; (9: Staff and Line Agencies), 292; (13: Identify the Purpose of Executive Agencies), 293 b. Explain the functions of the President s Cabinet. SE/TE: The Cabinet and Its Functions, 247 250 Topic 6 Assessment (8: Compare Methods of Filling Public Offices), 292 SSCG12 Describe the tools used to carry out United States foreign policy, including diplomacy and treaties; economic, military, and humanitarian aid; and sanctions and military intervention. SE/TE: The President s Foreign Affairs Powers, 224 229; Foreign Policy Overview, 261 272; Diplomacy, 273 283; National Security, 284 290 Topic 5 Assessment (11: Explain Major Foreign Policy Responsibilities), 231; (7: Analyze U.S. Foreign Policy), 231; Topic 6 Assessment (1: Examine Economic Resources in Foreign Policy), 291; (14: Explain Major Foreign Policy Responsibilities), 293; (18: Analyze U.S. Foreign Policy), 293 SSCG13 Demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the judicial branch of government. a. Describe the selection and approval process for federal judges. SE/TE: Federal Judges and Court Officers, 302 305 Topic 7 Assessment (1: Compare Methods), 320 Page 10 of 14

b. Explain the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, federal courts and the state courts. SE/TE: Creation of a National Judiciary, 299 300; Jurisdiction in the Federal Court System, 300; Types of Jurisdiction, 301 302; Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, 308 309; The Inferior Courts and the Special Courts, 313 319 Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions And Explain Provisions), 320; (5: Explain Provisions), 321; (10: Analyze the Structure, Evaluate Data, and Interpret Information), 322 c. Examine how John Marshall established judicial review through his opinion in Marbury v. Madison and relate its impact. SE/TE: What Is Judicial Review? 306 312 Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions And Explain Provisions), 320 d. Describe how the Supreme Court selects and decides cases. SE/TE: Appealing to the Supreme Court, 309; Hearing a Supreme Court Case, 309 311 Topic 7 Assessment (3: Analyze Functions And Explain Provisions), 320; (6: Analyze Issues), 321 e. Compare the philosophies of judicial activism and judicial restraint and provide relevant examples (e.g., marriage, 2nd Amendment, death penalty, etc.) SE/TE: The Judicial Philosophy of Judicial Restraint, 303; The Judicial Philosophy of Judicial Activism, 303 Topic 7 Assessment (6: Analyze Issues), 321 SSCG14 Demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice process. a. Explain an individual s due process rights (e.g., 4th, 5th, 6th, and 14th amendments). SE/TE: Rights of the Accused, 372 384 Topic 8 Assessment (4: Explain Due Process Rights), 385 b. Categorize different types of crimes. SE/TE: Criminal Law, 636 Topic 13 Assessment (15: Compare the Functions), 672 Page 11 of 14

c. Analyze the procedures in the criminal justice process. SE/TE: Rights of the Accused, 372 384; Criminal Law, 636; Understanding the Jury System, 637 639 Topic 8 Assessment (4: Explain Due Process Rights), 385 d. Examine the different types of sentences a convicted person can receive. SE/TE: Cruel and Unusual Punishments, 381; Capital Punishment and Treason, 381 384; Chart: Criminal & Civil Law, 637 Topic 8 Assessment (4: Explain Due Process Rights), 385 e. Contrast the procedures related to civil suits with criminal proceedings. SE/TE: Criminal Law, 636; Civil Law, 637; Chart: Criminal & Civil Law, 637 Topic 13 Assessment (15: Compare the Functions), 672 SSCG15 Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections. a. Describe the historical development, organization, role, and constituencies of political parties. SE/TE: Political Parties and What They Do, 502 517 Topic 11 Assessment (15: Analyze the Function of Political Parties), 557 b. Describe the nomination and election process. SE/TE: Nominations, 518 527; Electing the President, 528 544 Topic 11 Assessment (13: Explain the Process of Electing the President of the United States), 557 c. Examine campaign funding and spending and the influence of special interest groups on elections. SE/TE: Understanding Interest Groups, 480 495; Money and Elections, 545 554 Topic 10 Assessment (11: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 497; (16: Examine Points of View of Interest Groups), 498 d. Explain how recent policy changes and Supreme Court rulings have impacted the campaign finance process. SE/TE: Money and Elections, 545 554 Topic 11 Assessment (9: Analyze the Impact), 556 Page 12 of 14

e. Analyze the influence of media coverage, campaign advertising, and public opinion polls. SE/TE: Influencing Public Opinion: The Mass Media, 471 479 Topic 10 Assessment (4: Identify Significant Individuals), 497 SSCG16 Analyze the difference between involuntary and voluntary participation in civic life. a. Describe how and why citizens are required by law to pay taxes, serve on a jury, and register for military duty. SE/TE: Responsibilities, Duties, and Obligations of Citizenship, 30 31 Topic 1 Assessment (13: Explain Personal and Civic Responsibilities), 34; (17: Understand Citizenship), 35 b. Describe how citizens voluntarily and responsibly participate in the political process by voting, performing public service, being informed about current issues, and respecting differing opinions. SE/TE: Making a Difference, 30 31 Topic 1 Assessment (13: Explain Personal and Civic Responsibilities), 34; (17: Understand Citizenship), 35 c. Explain the meaning and history of the Pledge of Allegiance. SE/TE: Pledge of Allegiance, 1, 326, 390, 461 SSCG17 Demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of state and local government described in the Georgia Constitution. a. Examine the structure of local governments with emphasis on counties and cities. SE/TE: Local Governments, 645 659 Topic 13 Assessment (10: Compare State and Local Governments), 672 b. Analyze the relationship among state and local governments. SE/TE: The Governor and State Administration, 627 634; The State Courts, 635 644; Local Governments, 645 659; State and Local Spending and Revenue, 660 670 Topic 13 Assessment (10: Compare State and Local Governments), 672; (11: Understand State Powers), 672 Page 13 of 14

c. Examine sources of revenue received by local governments. d. Analyze the services provided by state and local governments. SE/TE: Financing State and Local Government, 664 666 Topic 13 Assessment (16: Explain Government Fiscal Policies), 672 SE/TE: City Planning and Other Municipal Functions, 656 657; Education, Public Health, and Welfare, 660 662; Public Safety, Highways, and Other Services, 662 664 Topic 13 Assessment (10: Compare State and Local Governments), 672 e. Analyze limitations on state and local government that may be exercised by the citizens (e.g., the initiative, referendum, and recall). SE/TE: Direct Legislation, 625 Page 14 of 14