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United States Government

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Which branch of government carries and enforces laws in the United States? What two governing bodies make up Congress? Using this simple graphic organizer, your young historians will organize the flow of responsibilities afforded to the three branches of government in the United States.

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Concepts
the judicial branch, the three branches of government, the legislative branch, the executive branch, the house of representatives
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Additional Tags
house of representatives, three branches of government, legislative branch, executive branch, judicial branch, social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners incorporate symbols to help distinguish the roles of each branch
  • Build upon this graphic organizer in order to explain the system of checks and balances
Pros
  • See additional materials for activity manipulatives
Cons
  • Will require some preparation time to duplicate and cut cards