Lesson 3: Gerrymandering and it's impact on House of Representatives
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will understand how redistricting works following the census.
Students will define and explain gerrymandering and its political impact.
To what extent does gerrymandering undermine democratic representation in the United States?
CG.Civ.14.a. Analyze historical, contemporary, and emerging means of protecting, defending, and
promoting constitutional rights in the United States (e.g., law-making, federal court system,
constitutional amendments, Supreme Court decisions, exercising constitutional rights).
DOK level 3
Analyze the effects of gerrymandering on representation and voter influence.
Evaluate whether the Supreme Court’s interpretation of the Voting Rights Act adequately protects minority voters.
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Answer sheet and in class discussion.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M6c0N-9egzlCPBFmNKwvj8UO9pdHzFs6mXVzecGYIQ4/edit?tab=t.0
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10rE3eiMPonTnnE41j3kNbhXMrknJv20UqqqLheaqzTQ/edit?tab=t.0