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Executive Branch Worksheet

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Consider using this assessment on the executive branch of the United States Constitution to help you work backward and plan your curriculum accordingly. The worksheet covers who specifically holds the office of chief executive, requirements to be president, order of succession, and impeachment.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

impeachment, the electoral college

Additional Tags

impeachment, electoral college, us presidency, social studies

Pros

  • Straightforward and organized document that allows for a comprehensive assessment

Cons

  • This is a PDF document, one cannot download and edit
  • No answer key included, but reviews standard material to American government courses

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.9-10.1 RH.11-12.1

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