The Rise of Political Parties

The Rise of Political Parties

Grade 6 · Social Studies · 45 min

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Learning Objective

I can explain the reasons for the emergence of political parties in early American history.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

The Early Republic: Birth of Political Parties

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Explain the main disagreements between Hamilton and Jefferson that contributed to the formation of the first political parties in the United States. Describe how the differing beliefs about the power of the federal government and state rights led to the emergence of the Federalist and Democratic-Republican parties.

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