Lesson 7: Unit Review and Assessment
Duration of Days: 2
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to analyze the structure, powers, and functions of Congress, including the legislative process, congressional voting behaviors, and landmark Supreme Court cases affecting representation, and apply this understanding to evaluate the impact of congressional decisions on American government and citizens.
How do the structure, powers, and decision-making processes of Congress shape policy outcomes, representation, and the balance of power in the U.S. government?
CG.Civ.2.b. Analyze the role and effectiveness of the legislative branch in addressing constituent and
societal needs (e.g., Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution, elections, political
polling, representation, constituent services).
CG.Civ.5.a. Evaluate the relationship between law-making, enforcement, and interpretation in balancing
the rights of the individual with the well being of society (e.g., Bill of Rights, Supreme Court
cases).
DOK level 4
NA
Unit Assessment
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