Students describe role that money plays in politics, and write an editorial that explains whether or not they think money gives some people too much influence in government.

This resource from Khan Academy provides questions about the Senate and the House of Representatives. This lesson is intended for students taking a high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP...

This site from the United States Senate provides information about the evolution of the Senate as the Constitution was being written by the Constitutional Congress.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This PDF is an excerpt from Senator Joseph McCarthy's Speech before the Senate on June 14, 1951. It is part of Paired Texts (above the passage) with "Anti - Communism in the 1950s" by Wendy...

Website offers pertinent and comprehensive information about the U.S. Senate. Interactive site with links to related resource material.

Clearly contrasts the two houses in the US Legislative Branch. It details the commonalities in the making of a law.

Learn about the senate and military career of Robert S. Kerr of Oklahoma.

Read about the Senate hearings on the nomination by President George W. Bush of Samuel Alito in January, 2006. You can find out why the hearings and the nomination were so contentious.

Read this passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook to learn about the social war and Sulla's part in it.

This is the introduction to an American Literature unit on The Crucible by Arthur Miller. Miller wrote the play about the witch hunt in the 1690s in Salem, Massachusetts as an allegory protesting against McCarthyism, a similiar problem...

Information about the qualifications and duties of the United States Senate.

Use this resource to learn more about the Senate Budget Committee. It is divided into two parts. The first is a Republican website and the second is a Democratic website.

[Free Registration/Login Required] A 1919 news article about the Senate passage of the Susan Anthony Amendment granting women the right to vote. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

A fantastic site available in both English and Spanish where students can learn about the Texas State Government. Divided in three categories: for kids up to 3rd grade, for 4th grade kids and up, for parents and teachers. Kids can take a...

A fantastic site available in both English and Spanish where students can learn about the Texas State Government. Divided in three categories: for kids up to 3rd grade, for 4th grade kids and up, for parents and teachers. Kids can take a...

The official home for Maine's Senate. Officers of the Senate can be found on a link from this site as well.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Roman Forum. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Intended for early elementary students, ReadWorks provides an information text about the three branches of government. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

Learn about the political career of Bill Tilgman, a deputy United States marshall, peace officer and state senator

For young researchers studying Florida, this is the terrific site! Learning about the state and its symbols, government, capital city, and even more is made easy with short text, colorful graphics and games.

The Oregon Blue Book, the official state directory and fact book, provides a wealth of information about Oregon. "FACTS," contains almanac references, economy information, scenic images, capital city information, and state buildings;...

When reading this passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook, you'll find out about the beginnings of Julius Caesar's power in the Roman Republic.

Comprehensive overview and analysis of President Clinton's impeachment trial. Includes information about the participants and how they voted, links to transcripts of the hearings, interviews with political analysts and politicians, and a...

For a brief overview of the period after World War II until the present, visit this Library of Congress resource. Learn about the Cold War and the first man to walk on the moon.