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Civic Responsibility
Unit 7
STANDARDS:
SSCG15 Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections.
a. Describe the historical development, organization, role, and constituencies of political parties.
b. Describe the nomination and election process.
c. Examine campaign funding and spending and the influence of special interest groups on elections.
d. Explain how recent policy changes and Supreme Court rulings have impacted the campaign finance process.
e. Analyze the influence of media coverage, campaign advertising, and public opinion polls.
SSCG16 Analyze the difference between involuntary and voluntary participation in civic life.
a. Describe how and why citizens are required by law to pay taxes, serve on a jury, and register for military duty.
b. Describe how citizens voluntarily and responsibly participate in the political process by voting, performing public service, being informed about current issues, and respecting differing opinions.
c. Explain the meaning and history of the Pledge of Allegiance.
ESSAY DATE:
Short Answer with Test
TEST DATE:
December 12, 2019
ONLINE TEXTBOOK:
Chapter 16 - Political Parties
Chapter 17 - Elections and Voting
Chapter 18 - Interest Groups and Public Opinion
Chapter 20 - Taxing and Spending
Chapter 21 - Social and Domestic Policy
ONLINE RESOURCES:
American Government - American Political Attitudes and Participation
American Government - How Do Citizens Connect With Their Government
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