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Branches of Government Quiz - Apprentice Level
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Branches of Government Quiz – Journeyperson Level
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Branches of Government Quiz - Master Level
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What are the Branches of Government
The United States Government is divided into three parts, or branches: the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the judicial branch. Each branch has a different duty, but all three branches must work together. Do you know which branch of...
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Branches of Government
In this Learning Adventure, we’ll examine what parts of the Constitution give the branches of the Federal Government their specific powers. Those three parts are Article I, Article II, and Article III. Do you know which branch of government the...
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Printable Activities
Apprentice Level Symbols, Songs, and Structures Matching Game Branches of Government Quiz Journeyperson Level Symbols and Structures Quiz Songs and Oaths Quiz Branches of Government Quiz Master Level Branches of Government Quiz Apprentice Level...
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Apprentice: Branches of Government
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Journeyman: Branches of Government
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Master: Branches of Government
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Learning Adeventures 9 to 13
Welcome to the Journeyperson level Learning Adventures! If you know a little bit about our Government but want to know more, this is a great place to start! Federally Recognized Tribes Learn about Federally recognized tribes in the United States....
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A History
In this Learning Adventure, we’ll find out who designed the Branches of Government and why they’re so important. In 1787, when the United States was still a new country, a meeting of State delegates gathered to make decisions about how the Government...
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Checks and Balances
The Constitution divided the Government into three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. That was an important decision because it gave specific powers to each branch and set up something called checks and balances. Just like the phrase...
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Infographics
These infographics are intended for educators and students to support learning about the U.S. Government. They are meant to be viewed online and are scalable for optimal viewing across a variety of screen and monitor sizes. Branches of Government...
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Infographics
These infographics are intended for educators and students to support learning about the U.S. Government. They are meant to be presented online and are scalable for optimal viewing across a variety of screen sizes. Branches of Government Infographic...
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Learning Adventures 4-8
Welcome to the Apprentice level Learning Adventures! Branches of Government Learn about the branches of the U.S. Government. How Laws are Made Learn about what a law is, who makes the laws, and how laws are made. Symbols, Songs, & Structures Learn...
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Glossary
Glossary The definitions provided in this glossary relate to words as used on Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government. There may be other definitions for these words. A act: Legislation that has passed both Houses of Congress and has been either approved by...
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Learning Adventures 14 and more
Welcome to the Master level Learning Adventures. This is a great level for those who know a lot about our Government but want to brush up on key concepts. Federally Recognized Tribes Learn about Federally recognized tribes in the United States. Federal...
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U.S. Constitution: 1789
The Constitution of the United States is the foundation of our Federal Government. It is often called the supreme or highest law of the land; no law may be passed that contradicts its principles. At the same time, it is flexible and allows for changes...
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U.S. Government Web sites for Kids
This list includes resources that are either published by the U.S. Government or have information on topics related to Federal Government legislation and the three branches of government. To get started on your own learning adventures, check out these...
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The Federalist Papers: 1787-1788
Shortly after the end of the Constitutional Convention, a national debate began about whether or not to ratify the Constitution. Newspapers nationwide published essays both for and against ratification Those who supported ratification of the...
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