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iCivics

A Trip Around the World

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
How do the rights of citizens in other countries, such as India, Germany, Brazil, and Iran, compare to those of Americans? Take a closer look at the provisions of various foreign constitutions, and compare and contrast the protections...
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Boys Will Be Boys...Right?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Through this exercise, high schoolers identify character traits present in Romeo and Juliet. They listen to an excerpt from "The Office of Christian Parents: Showing How Children Are to be Governed" and participate in a Socratic...
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Bill of Rights Institute

The Gilded Age, Robber Barons and the Rise of Big Business

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Survival of the fittest! Scholars investigate an AP review video to discover the era of big business during the Gilded Age. Viewers examine the place of Robber Barons in society and its impact on the workforce in America. This is the...
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Cartoons for the Classroom: John Q. Public

For Students 11th - 12th
John Q. Public was a notable cartoon representation of the average American; but how accurate was this portrayal? Emergent analysts consider several topical points as they take a critical look into a cartoon portrayal of the American...
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State Government Debt in Utah: Rapid Growth in Recent Years

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students examine growth of debt in Utah state government from 1991 to present, compare general obligation debt and revenue debt incurred by state, identify four primary methods used by governments to finance projects, and complete...
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What Is the Role of the President in the American Constitutional Government?

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Young scholars read about the role of the president. In this US government instructional activity, students read about the role of the president as stated in the US Constitution. Young scholars examine issues of presidential power and...
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The Role of American Embassies

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine services provided by US embassies abroad. They determine what US ambassadors and embassies do in relation to US foreign policy and the protection of American interests.
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Constitution Word Search

For Students 6th - 8th
For this government worksheet, students find the words that are related to the Constitution. The answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Presidents of The United States

For Students 6th - 8th
In this government worksheet, students find the necessary names of the presidents and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Presidents

For Students 5th
In this government worksheet, 5th graders find the words that are related to the topic of presidents. The answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.
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Chapter 27 – The 1970s

For Students 9th - 12th
For this 1970's America worksheet, students read assigned textbook pages about the decade and respond to 40 short answer questions.
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War of 1812 Begins

For Students 6th - 8th
In this United States history instructional activity, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the beginning of the War of 1812. A short answer question is included as well.
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PBS

Looking for the Bottom

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Secondary learners explore the economic indicators and the role they play in the US economy. Written for the 2008 economy, the lesson is adaptable to today's economic situation. Pupils discover economic indicators, analyze...
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Clay, Calhoun & Webster

For Students 6th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the nation's early history. A short answer question is included as well.
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Understanding Freedom: Catching "The Spirit of '76"

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders complete activities about colonial history through an examination of art from the American Revolution period. In this history and art lesson, 6th graders define an iconic image, sing the song 'Yankee Doodle,' and analyze...
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Navajo Code Talkers

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students investigate the Navajo Code Talkers and their role in World War II. They complete a Webquest, explore various websites, encode a short message, analyze maps, answer discussion questions, and read newspaper articles about secure...
Interactive
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John F. Kennedy

For Students 7th - 12th
In this online interactive history worksheet, students respond to 11 short answer and essay questions about the achievements of John F. Kennedy. Students may check some of their answers on the interactive worksheet.
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George Washington on the Sedition Act

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students investigate the Sedition Act and George Washington's position on the act. In this United States Colonial history instructional activity, students read about George Washington's position on the Sedition Act. Students then...
Interactive
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The Turbulent 1960s (6)

For Students 8th - 12th
In this online interactive American history worksheet, students answer 13 matching questions regarding 1960's America. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The Sioux War

For Students 7th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions pertaining to the Native American experience. A short answer question is included as well.
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Thirteen Colonies: Crossword Puzzle

For Students 5th - 8th
In this United States history worksheet, students use the 13 clues in order to fill in the crossword puzzle with the appropriate answers pertaining to the original 13 colonies.
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Origins and Functions of Political Parties

For Students 9th
In this origins and functions of political parties worksheet, 9th graders answer 20 short answer questions about political parties in the United States.
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The United States Enters the Korean Conflict

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students locate the Korean Peninsula on a world map. They, in groups, study different sources, which explain why the U.S. entered the Korean conflict. One group uses textbooks, the other uses a government document.
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Making Vaccines

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students discuss the steps the American government has taken in order to protect every U.S. citizen from a bioterrorist attack and how a vaccine works. After discussion, students can create six vaccines in their own virtual laboratory.

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