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Foundations and Institutions of American Government

9th Grade · Social Studies · US-CO-SS

10 lessons

Goal

Analyze the philosophical origins of American democracy, the structure of the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of federal government, and the principles of federalism.

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Learning standards covered

us-coSS.HS.4.2Colorado Social Studies Standards · All ages

Evaluate the purposes, roles, and limitations of the structures and functions of government.