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Checks and Balances

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Eleventh graders explain the structure and function of the United States government established by the Constitution. They set up a make-believe scenario: the 3 volunteers have been friends for a long time and have formed a club (the government).

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Concepts
the judicial branch, the three branches of government, the legislative branch, checks and balances, the executive branch
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Additional Tags
executive, judicial, legislative, checks and balances, social studies
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Resource Details
Grade
11th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Year
2002
Usage Permissions
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