Mr. Mr. Saindon's
United States History Class
Wednesday, November 17
to Friday, November 21
This Week We Will:
1. Work our way through Lesson 9 on the Constitution - Sections 1-4 (due Thursday)
2. Complete 3-Fold Chart (made with construction paper) of theThree Branches of Government
Due Friday - Due Date to be determined 100 Points
3. Start Memorizing the Preamble (Due by Dec. 5)
Essential Question
How has the Constitution created “a more perfect Union”?
Objectives
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Identify the main features of the Constitution, and describe the basic lawmaking process.
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Analyze how the Constitution divides powers among various levels and branches and preserves individual rights.
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Explain how the guiding principles of the Constitution have created “a more perfect Union” and resulted in a government that can adapt to changing times.
Article II
The Executive Branch
The President of the United States
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Describe and identify the job of the President and the Executive Branch
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List the expressed powers and demonstrate understanding of them
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Identify the “Presidential Roles” of the President
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Define the “checks” on Presidential Powers and “checks” that the President has on Congressional Powers
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Describe Executive Orders and give examples
Article II The President The Executive Branch
