Exploring the Three Branches of Government
Learning Objective
I can understand what the three branches of government do.
Lesson Flow
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The Branches of Government - Exploring How Leaders Work Together
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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The three branches of the U.S. government are the legislative, executive, and judicial.
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The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch carries out the laws, and the judicial branch interprets the laws.
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Each branch of government can check on the others to make sure everyone is playing fair; this is called checks and balances.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name the three branches of government and tell one thing that each branch does.”
Teacher Guide
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