7th Grade Government Activities

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf Amendments to the Constitution cut and paste activity can be used in American History, Civics, and Government classes!

Specifically, this set includes:

· Two pages of Bill of Rights Cut and Paste

· Three pages of Amendments 11-27 Cut and Paste

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Cut and Paste Amendments to the Constitution can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

This passage and assortment of activities are an engaging and accessible way for your students to strengthen their knowledge of the government of Australia.

THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

• The Government of Australia Passage (2 pages)
• 10 Multiple Choice Questions
• 5 Short Answer Questions
• 9 Choice Board Extension Activities
• Answer Keys
• Link to Digital Version

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Support your Study of Studies Weekly or the American Revolution:

These activities allow for deeper understanding and engagement into the themes studied in the 5th Grade Studies Weekly. These activities encourage students to present information in creative ways. Students also get involved in activities which lead to individual experience and group discussion.

Projects are designed to present information or respond to information. Reflection questions require students to combine their experiences with their knowledge and to think beyond what they already know. These questions help students delve into a new depth of knowledge.

These activities align with Indiana Social Studies standards: 5.E.1, 5.E.2, 5.H.6, 5.H.8, 5.H.9, 5.H.11.

What's included:

• Teacher instructions.
• Student instructions.
• Printables.
• Rubrics.
• Reflection Questions.
• Games and Escape Room.

How is this product useful:

• Great support for Studies Weekly.
• Engaging activities.
• Low prep for teachers.
• Great class discussions.
• Deeper understanding.

This is a Government Lesson with 3 Main Parts

1. What is Government Notes

• Types of Government and United States Government
• Government Notes - Use the attached Graphic Organizer to fill in What is Government Notes

2. Government Gallery Walk

• Use attached Graphic Organizer and Descriptions
• View 24 different Descriptions of Government - 12 over Types of Government and 12 on United States Government

3. Government Matching Cards

• 2 Sets of Matching Cards
• Types of Government and United States Government

This is a quick study on Queen Elizabeth II and how she governed during her 70-year reign. Having inherited the Crown at an early age, she was not ready to be Queen, but was thrust into the position overnight. This lesson was written the day after her passing in September 8, 2022, and is written in past-tense.

Through this study students will:

o Become familiar with the duties of Queen Elizabeth as the Monarch and head of state.

o Understand the duties of the three branches of the government.

o Understand the difference between an absolute and constitutional monarchy.

o Become familiar with Queen Elizabeth and what her life was like as Queen.

MATERIALS:

o Student Reading Activity (Included: 2 pages)

o Comparison Chart

o Would You Want to Be Queen or King in a Constitutional Monarch? (Exit Card)

o Access to the Internet for the comparison chart as they will need to research an absolute monarchy. (or) You may print off an article from the Internet to for each group to use. Here is one that compares the two.

PREPARATION:

o Print out a Reading Activity, 1 per group

o Print out a comparison chart, 1 per student or 1 per group (teacher’s choice)

o Print Reasoning Activity (Exit Card), 1 per student

THIS LESSON INCLUDES:

Detailed teacher guide

Reading Activity

Comparison Chart (Will require a little research)

Reasoning closing assignment

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Please note: due to the quick turnaround on this, this lesson is in the process of being professionally proofread. A final will be uploaded within the week.

This product is designed to teach students about the election process in the United States. The first several pages present information about the purpose of voting and explain important developments in the history of voting. The middle pages teach students about the Electoral College and the election of a U.S. President, senators, representatives, judges, and local officials. The remaining pages deal with campaigns and require students to create campaign materials and compose a speech in support of a candidate. Last Page presents a crossword puzzle which provides a comprehensive review of election

terms.

After students complete the activities in this product, you may wish to invite community leaders,such as judges, city council members, or election officials to speak to your class. Students can then use the information they have learned about elections to compose questions for the speakers and engage them in discussion.

What is included :

• Why Vote?
• The History of Voting
• Types of Government
• What Makes a Good Leader?
• Political Parties
• Women Gain Voting Rights
• Black Americans Gain Voting Rights
• Laws that Changed Voting Rules
• Who Can Vote in Elections?
• Voter Registration
• How Do Citizens Cast Their Votes?
• The Electoral College
• The Electoral College(continued)
• Electing the U.S. President
• Electing the U.S. President (continued)
• Electing Members of Congress
• Electing Members of Congress (continued)
• Electing Judges
• Electing Local Officials
• How Does a Candidate Campaign?
• Famous Campaign Strategies
• Famous Campaign Strategies (continued)
• Campaign Supporters
• Presidential Campaign Jobs
• Campaign Persuasion
• Giving a Campaign Speech
• Become a Campaign Supporter
• Review of Election Terms

Answers key

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to the Jefferson Era of the U.S. History!

Key Terms Include:

• JUDICIAL REVIEW
• ANDREW JACKSON
• MARBURY V. MADISON
• JOHN MARSHALL
• NEW ORLEANS
• TREATY OF FORT JACKSON
• JOHN ADAMS
• THOMAS JEFFERSON
• JAMES MADISON
• LOUISIANA PURCHASE
• WARHAWKS
• TECUMSEH
• LAKE ERIE
• TIPPECANOE
• SACAGAWEA
• USS CONSTITUTION
• OLIVER PERRY
• IMPRESSMENT
• EMBARGO ACT
• HARTFORD CONVENTION
• LEWIS AND CLARK

Looking for an engaging and informative reading comprehension activity on the topic of political systems in the USA and the UK? These reading passages are are designed to help students practice **skim reading, summarizing **and comparing.

They are perfect for EFL / ESL students at the B1/B2 level and can also be used for native English classes at 7rd to 9th grade level. With low prep, just print and use. It contains 2 reading passages about the political systems in the States and the United Kingdom.

Each reading passage comes with 4 multiple-choice reading comprehension questions. Summarization questions are on a separate sheet of paper. Students use Venn diagrams (included) to compare the 2 countries or to compare and contrast the system in the US or the UK with any other country.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

♥ 2 reading passages (each with 4 multiple-choice questions)

♥ 1 sheet with summaries (2 per page - students choose the best fitting summary)

♥ 2 Venn diagrams (USA vs UK and a universal one)

♥ directions

♥ teacher answer key

Options for use:

☻Independent Work

☻Pair Work

☻Sub plan

☻Stations

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This WebQuest includes 15 questions - each with a link for students to explore to find the answer to the questions.

Includes a comprehensive answer key.

Written at a 9th grade level but suitable for many grades.

Check out other WebQuests in the US Government series. Bundle also available.

Students struggle with understanding the Bill of Rights and how it applies to their life. This bundle has:

* A self-grading interactive BOOM CARD game

* A digital Fill-In-The-Blank activity where the students break down the Bill of Rights into "common language" and I CAN statements

* 28 slide PPT presentation covering, in detail, each amendment PLUS 2 scenarios per amendment

*28 slide Google Slides Presentation covering, in detail, each amendment PLUS 2 scenarios per amendment

* Bill of Rights Anchor Poster

These activities lead to a GREAT synchronous or asynchronous discussion!

BONUS: Included in the Bundle are directions to access a FREE Kahoots review game with your students.

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This comprehensive bundle equips teens with essential knowledge about their legal rights and responsibilities in various real-world scenarios. Through engaging reading passages, case studies, role-playing exercises, and critical thinking questions, students explore crucial topics like:

• Traffic Stops & Police Interactions: Understand your rights when pulled over, learn how to handle searches, and practice asserting yourself politely.
• School Searches & Privacy: Discover what constitutes "reasonable suspicion" for searches, explore differences between backpack & locker searches, and analyze student vs. teacher rights.
• Digital Privacy & Phone Rights: Delve into the Fourth Amendment and digital privacy, learn how to protect your data, and practice denying unwarranted access to electronic devices.
• Arrest & Legal Rights: Understand Miranda rights, the right to remain silent, and how to effectively navigate arrest situations.
• Street Stops & Your Rights: Learn when police can stop you, what they can ask, and how to assert your rights respectfully.
• Peaceful Protest & Activism: Explore the boundaries of free speech and assembly, differentiate legal protest from unlawful activity, and learn how to interact with police during demonstrations.
• Social Media & Online Privacy: Understand the Fourth Amendment and online privacy concerns, learn about location tracking and data collection, and practice adjusting privacy settings.
• Unfair Profiling & Discrimination: Define racial profiling, discuss safe responses to biased stops, and explore resources for reporting discrimination.
• Bystander Intervention & Police Misconduct: Learn how to safely document police interactions, understand when to intervene or observe, and practice responsible reporting of misconduct.
• Curfew Laws & Teen Rights: Explain local curfew ordinances and potential consequences, explore exceptions and alternative activities for late-night hours.

Each activity-packed reading comprehension worksheet includes:

• Engaging text with real-life examples and case studies
• Multiple choice, short answer, and open-ended questions
• Clear and concise answer key
• Role-playing activities and discussion prompts
• Opportunities for critical thinking and personal reflection

Learning Objectives:

• Understand key legal rights and responsibilities in various situations.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Practice respectful communication and assertive responses.
• Increase awareness of potential biases and discrimination.
• Learn how to navigate difficult situations safely and responsibly.

Common Core Standards:

• Reading: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, RI.8.4, RI.8.5, RI.8.6, RI.8.7, RI.8.8, RI.8.9, RI.8.10

• Writing: W.8.1, W.8.2, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.6, W.8.9, W.8.10

• Speaking & Listening: SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3, SL.8.4

• Civics: SS.8.C.1.1, SS.8.C.1.2, SS.8.C.3.1, SS.8.C.3.2, SS.8.C.3.3

Benefits for Teachers:

• Ready-to-use, no-prep lessons that save valuable time.

• High-interest topics that engage students and spark meaningful discussions.

• Differentiated activities to cater to various learning styles.

• Standards-aligned content that supports curriculum goals.

This comprehensive bundle empowers teens with valuable knowledge and essential skills, setting them on a path towards informed decision-making and responsible self-advocacy.

Invest in their future, one lesson at a time!

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U.S. Constitution Worksheets that go directly with DAILY BELLRINGER VIDEOS. Each video is 4-6 minutes long and have not bad language, inappropriate jokes, or political spin. The videos cover the history of the Constitution and then go article by article through the document itself.

U.S. CONSTITUTION VIDEO PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWWndCnip3V2cH-ihbrjIIy7we\_1rUrNL

Each worksheet includes additional questions on the front side, a writing activity or table to complete, on the backside some include a PRIMARY SOURCE or an ART ACTIVITY or an INTERACTIVE WRITING PROMPT. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.

INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

• Articles of Confederation
• Shays’ Rebellion
• The Constitutional Convention
• The Great Compromise
• ⅗ Compromise
• Preamble of the Constitution
• Article I Section 1,2, & 3
• Article I Section 4, 5, 6, & 7
• Article I Section 8, 9, & 10
• Article II Section 1 & 2
• Article II Section 3 & 4
• Article III Section 1, 2, & 3
• Article IV Section 1, 2, 3, & 4
• Article V
• Article VI & VII
• The Bill of Rights 
• Branches of Government Graphic Organizer

As time passes, many great Americans who have shaped the arts, sciences, sports, and history of our nation and culture get lost in time. The Great Americans Series of Biographies and Worksheets is an easy-to-read 200-word Biography of just the highlights of each subject's life designed to keep young readers engaged. The Questions page ensures student reading comprehension and grasp of key points. The Vocabulary page introduces and explains new words, phrases, and/or institutions students may not have been familiar with. The Quotes page challenges students to write what a famous quote by the subject means to them. The Great Americans Series is available individually or in bundles, making great bell work. An Answer Key is provided with each worksheet.

The Amendments to the US Constitution are an integral part of American History and Civics courses. This pdf set of three Amendment Mazes requires students to choose the correct amendment number before progressing through the maze.

Specifically, this set includes:

· Bill of Rights Amendment Maze (maze 1)

· Two mazes for amendments 11-27 (mazes 2 and 3)

· Teacher Answer sheets

· A printer friendly (no border) copy of all resources

The Amendments Maze Sheets can be used for:

· Formative assessment

· Extension activities

· Centers activity

· Review

· Homework

· Subplans

· Anywhere you are teaching about the Constitutional Amendments!

This product introduces John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry to students, particularly in the context of the lead up to the Civil War. The passage specifically discusses John Brown's early life and influences, the events of the raid, and the aftermath of the raid.

THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES:

★ 3 page passage

★ 15 multiple choice comprehension questions

★ 5 short answer comprehension questions

★ Primary source analysis of a quote from John Brown

★ Choice board with diverse activities to extend learning

★ Answer keys

★ Link to Google Slides version

This product is a part of my Civil War series (products will be linked as they are published) ⤵⤵⤵

Pre-War: 1830s-1860

• The Abolitionist Movement
• Compromises (The Missouri Compromise, The Compromise of 1850, and the Kansas-Nebraska Act)
• Dred Scott Decision
• John Brown’s Raid

Secession and Formation of the Confederacy (1860-1861)

• Election of 1860
• Formation of the Confederacy
• Confederate Leadership

Opening Conflict (1861)

• Union Leadership
• Fort Sumter
• First Battle of Bull Run

Early War (1862)

• Naval Warfare

Eastern Theater

• Peninsula Campaign
• Second Battle of Bull Run
• Battle of Antietam

Western Theater

• Battles of Shiloh and Fort Donelson

Turning Points (1863)

• Emancipation Proclamation
• Battle of Gettysburg
• Siege of Vicksburg

Total War and Union Advancements (1864)

• Sherman’s March to the Sea
• Grant’s Overland Campaign

End of the War (1865)

• Fall of Richmond
• Appomattox Court House
• Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Reconstruction (1865-1877)

• Reintegration of Southern States
• Freedmen’s Bureau
• Amendments

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We the People:

This activity concerning the Preamble of the Constitution is a quick review for students. Great for early finishers, bell ringers, or test review.

Students will review the phrases in the Preamble of the Constitution and place them in the correct order by numbering them. As students number the phrases correctly, a meme will be revealed. So, the activity is self-checking.

For a full set of Constitution activities check out this product:

RATIFYING THE CONSTITUTION STATIONS

Aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 5.C.1.

What's included:

• Google Slide activity.

How is this product useful:

• No prep for teachers.
• Engaging for students.
• Self-checking.
• Quick review of Preamble.

This is a bundle of 46 different 8th Grade Social Studies STAAR Review Resources. It is a combination of the Review Super Bundles 1 and 2.

Resources include --

- Eras Match

- Identify, Define, and Match

- Presidents Matching

- Important Dates

- Match Puzzles (7 Sets)

- Quick Facts Study Sheet

- STAAR Review

- History Headlines

- Match Cards

- Matching Questions

- Important Locations

- This or That

- History Mystery

- Scavenger Hunt

- Questions with Word Search

- Significant Events Gallery Walk

- Visuals Review with Questions

- Social Studies STAAR Analogies- STAAR abc123 Book

- Who, What, Where?

- STAAR Timelines

- STAAR 3 way Match Cards

- STAAR Quotes

- What Comes Next?

- Age of Exploration Chart Matching

- American Revolution Chart Matching
- U.S. Constitution Chart Matching

- Industrial Revolution Chart Matching

- 3 Colonial Regions Chart Matching

- Manifest Destiny Chart Matching

- Reform Movement Chart Matching

- Andrew Jackson Chart Matching

- First 5 Presidents Chart Matching

- Civil War Chart Matching

- Bill of Rights and 7 Principles of Government Gallery Walk

- Constitution Overview

- STAAR Multiselect

- STAAR Drag and Drop

- STAAR Box Check

- Graphic Organizers

What does the United States Constitution say about electing a U.S. President and Vice President? How were they originally elected and what led to the changes in our system, leading to developing the Electoral College? It is essential that our students, as future voters, understand how our President and Vice President are elected every four years through the Electoral College. Students will explore, analyze, and summarize political parties using various avenues. In addition, they will look at the Electoral Process system and how events in history led to the ratification of the 12th Amendment. The lesson begins with a Road to the White House PowerPoint and Doodle Notes and a discussion, a student cooperative reading activity, a creation of the perfect candidate, and more.

✧ Shorter Version _ PowerPoint Only With Doodle Notes ⭐️

OBJECTIVES:

(1) The learner will analyze the processes involved the reasons we use the electoral college system of presidential selection and the strategy required for a successful victory.

(2) The learner will decipher the difference between the popular vote and the Electoral College as a means of electing government officials.

(3) The learner will evaluate the importance in the ratification of Amendment 12 in establishing a process for electing the President.

(4) The learner will use the information gained through the lessons to work cooperatively and create their perfect candidate.

(5) The learner will track the election process and calculate the outcome.

(6) The learner will research two upcoming candidates and compare their views and stances.

INCLUDES:

• Teacher Detailed Guided Instructions.
• Introductory Activity: Doodle Notes + PowerPoint
• PowerPoint on Political Parities + Electoral Process + History of Elections
• Create the Perfect Candidate activity
• Compare the current candidates
• Counting the votes on election day
• Answer Keys
• Exit Cards
• And More.

☑ For secondary — middle school and high school students

☑Check out the preview to see what is included.

☑Proofread by other educators

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✧ Other Government Resources

✧ United States Government Lessons

✧ Governments Bundles

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Use this crossword puzzle and word search combo to introduce and review key terms relating to the early of the United States of America!

Key Terms Include:

• ALEXANDER HAMILTON
• ELECTORAL COLLEGE
• NEUTRALITY PROCLAMATION
• PRIVATEERS
• FEDERALIST PARTY
• JAYS TREATY
• SEDITION ACT
• STRICT CONSTRUCTION
• PRECEDENT
• PINCKNEYS TREATY
• THOMAS JEFFERSON
• WHISKEY REBELLION
• FRENCH REVOLUTION
• SPECULATORS
• LOOSE CONSTRUCTION
• XYZ AFFAIR
• BONDS
• GEORGE WASHINGTON
• NATIONAL DEBT
• POLITICAL PARTIES
• DEMOCRATIC-REPUBLICAN PARTY

Students often can/will recite the basics of SOME of the Bill of Rights but often do not know how they apply to their personal life. They believe that it was written years ago and does not have any relevant meaning to the HERE and NOW. With this interactive activity, my US History and Government classes dived into the Bill of Rights and learned how to apply each of the Amendments to their personal life. This brought about outstanding debates in class (and online) about civil rights and liberties.

This was created as a PDF document to use in the classroom. There is also a Digital Learning Format where it can be assigned to students to complete in a virtual setting such as Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.

I hope your students enjoy this as much as mine did!

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