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Foundations of American Government: Constitution and Federalism

7th Grade · Social Studies · US-OR-SS

9 lessons

Goal

Analyze how the U.S. Constitution addressed the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and established core principles of American democracy.

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Learning standards covered

us-sc8.1South Carolina Social Studies Standards · 5th Grade

Demonstrate an understanding of the development of South Carolina during the settlement and colonization of North America in the period of 1500–1756.