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The Articles of Confederation and Their Weaknesses
Identify why America's first governing constitution failed and necessitated a constitutional convention.
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Foundations of American Government and the Three Branches
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Examine the philosophical and historical origins of the U.S. Constitution and analyze the structure and checks of the three branches of federal government.
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Content Standard 1Wyoming Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeCitizenship, Government, and Democracy - Students analyze how people create and change structures of power, authority, and governance to understand the continuing evolution of governments and to demonstrate civic responsibility.
Content Standard 4Wyoming Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeTime, Continuity, and Change - Students analyze events, people, problems, and ideas within their historical contexts.