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Mr. Eberhart
American Government,
H.S. Transitions, Anime Club, and Gaming Club.
Unit 5 Federalism
This unit focuses on the concept of Federalism. Specifically the interaction between government bodies both vertically and horizontally. This is all about the sharing of power and the social contract . First the standards you need for the unit, then the notes are attached. Again you are responsible for creating rigor level 3 statement of inquiry for each standard. You might have to use a computer to access the notes and videos as phones sometimes have a hard time loading the pages.
SSCG1 The student will 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 Rights, and the English Bill of Rights.
b. Analyze the writings of Hobbes (Leviathan), Locke (Second Treatise on Government), and Montesquieu (The Spirit of Laws) as they affect our concept of government.
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SSCG2 The student will analyze the natural rights philosophy and the nature of government expressed in the Declaration of Independence.
a. Compare and contrast the Declaration of Independence and the Social Contract Theory.
b. Evaluate the Declaration of Independence as a persuasive argument.
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SSCG3 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the United States Constitution.
a. Explain the main ideas in debate over ratification; include those in The Federalist.
b. Analyze the purpose of government stated in the Preamble of the United States Constitution.
c. Explain the fundamental principles upon which the United States Constitution is based; include the rule of law, popular sovereignty, separation of powers, checks and balances, and federalism.
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SSCG4 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government. a. Describe the structure and powers of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. b. Analyze the relationship between the three branches in a system of checks and balances and separation of powers.
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SSCG5 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the federal system of government described in the United States Constitution.
a. Explain the relationship of state governments to the national government.
b. Define the difference between enumerated and implied powers.
c. Describe the extent to which power is shared.
d. Identify powers denied to state and national governments.
e. Analyze the ongoing debate that focuses on the balance of power between state and national governments.
f. Analyze the supremacy clause found in Article VI and the role of the U.S. Constitution as the “supreme law of the land.”
g. Explain the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States.
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Unit 5
Study Guide
Unit 5
Station Guide
Magna Carta
Social Contract Theory
Social Contract notes
Hobbes and Locke
Place Holder
More to Come.
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