Neshaminy School District

Civics and Gov

6^th

7^th

8^th

9^th & 10^th

11^th  & 12^th

Forms of Government

Compare and contrast a direct democracy to a republican form of government.

Explain the different types of government and the how each make laws.

Outline how different systems of government function.

Analyze major arguments for the different systems of government.

Use historical examples and political philosophy to evaluate the arguments made for the necessity of government.

The Three Branches of Government

Compare and contrast the responsibilities and powers of the three branches of government.

Compare and contrast the responsibilities and powers of the three branches of government.

Examine the process of checks and balances among the three branches of government.

Analyze the changes in power and authority among the three branches of government.

Rights and Responsibilities

of Citizenship

Compare and contrast the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the community, state and national governments.

Summarize the role of citizens in terms of rights and responsibilities in different government systems.

Contrast the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system.

Evaluate an individual’s civil rights and responsibilities in various contemporary governments.

Competent Citizenry

Explain why participation in government and civic life is important.

Describe the citizen’s role in the political process.

Describe the citizen’s role in the political process.

Analyze citizens’ roles in the attainment of personal and public welfare.

Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens.