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U.S. Democracy in Action

Author

ALAM

Subject

Civics

Prompt used to create this resource

Create a one-page GED Social Studies worksheet for adult students written in clear, simple, and respectful language. The worksheet should align to GED Social Studies skills and include the following sections: Short Reading Passage (250–300 words) Topic: Civics and Government OR U.S. History OR Economics (choose one) Include real-world context and informational tone. Vocabulary in Context 5 key words from the passage Multiple-choice meaning OR matching to definitions Reading Comprehension (M...

Description

This learning resource focuses on key concepts within U.S. civics and government, emphasizing the importance of the separation of powers among the three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. It describes how this division of authority helps prevent any single group from wielding too much power, reinforced by a system of checks and balances. The provided activities encourage critical thinking and source analysis skills needed for the GED Social Studies test, including reading comprehension, vocabulary interpretation, and open-ended questions. Students will analyze real-world examples and engage with primary source materials to deepen their understanding of democratic principles, ultimately enabling them to articulate how these systems impact their lives as citizens.

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