Inquiry: What Purposes Does the US Constitution Serve?

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Select evidence from the Preamble to explain the six foundational goals of the United States government.

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Constitutional Foundations and Systems of Government

4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS

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Analyze founding documents and charters to explain the branches of government, constitutional protections, federalism, and sovereign governing bodies.

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SS.Inq3.b.eWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th Grade

Determine which evidence in teacher-provided sources support a claim that answers a compelling question.

SS.Inq3.b.iWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th Grade

Select appropriate evidence from sources to support a claim.

Inq3.cWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th Grade

Elaborate how evidence supports a claim