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a. Analyze key ideas of limited government and the rule of law as seen in the Magna Carta, the Petition of Rights, and the English Bill of Rights. b. Analyze the writings of Hobbes (//Leviathan//), Locke (//Second Treatise on Government//), and Montesquieu (//The Spirit of Laws//) as they affect our concept of government. a. Compare and contrast the Declaration of Independence and the Social Contract Theory. b. Evaluate the Declaration of Independence as a persuasive argument. a. Explain the main ideas in debate over ratification; include those in The Federalist. b. Analyze the purpose of government stated in the Preamble of the United States Constitution. c. Explain the fundamental principles upon which the United States Constitution is based; include the rule of law, popular sovereignty, separation of powers, checks and balances, and federalism.  a. Describe the structure and powers of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. b. Analyze the relationship between the three branches in a system of checks and balances and separation of powers. a. Explain the relationship of state governments to the national government. b. Define the difference between enumerated and implied powers. c. Describe the extent to which power is shared. d. Identify powers denied to state and national governments. e. Analyze the ongoing debate that focuses on the balance of power between state and national governments. f. Analyze the supremacy clause found in Article VI and the role of the U.S. Constitution as the “supreme law of the land.” <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Examine the Bill of Rights with emphasis on First Amendment freedoms. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Analyze due process law expressed in the 5th and 14th Amendments. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Explain selective incorporation of the Bill of Rights. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Explain how government seeks to maintain the balance between individual liberties and the public interest. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">e. Explain every citizen’s right to be treated equally under the law. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Describe the organization, role, and constituencies of political parties. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Describe the nomination and election process. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Examine campaign funding and spending. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Analyze the influence of media coverage, campaign advertising, and public opinion polls. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">e. Identify how amendments extend the right to vote. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Explain the steps in the legislative process. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Explain the function of various leadership positions within the legislature. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Explain the function of lobbyists. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Describe the laws and rules that govern lobbyists. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Explain the function of special interest groups. <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;"> a. Explain the written qualifications for President of the United States. b. Describe unwritten qualifications common to past presidents. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Explain the impeachment process as defined in the U.S. Constitution. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Describe the impeachment proceedings of Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Compare and contrast the organization and responsibilities of independent regulatory agencies, government corporations, and executive agencies. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Explain the functions of the Cabinet. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Explain the jurisdiction of the federal courts and the state courts. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Examine how John Marshall established the Supreme Court as an independent, coequal branch of government through his opinions in Marbury v. Madison. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Describe how the Supreme Court decides cases. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Compare the philosophies of judicial activism and judicial restraint. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Examine the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Examine the structure of local governments with emphasis on county, city, and town. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Identify current state and local officials. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Analyze the relationship among state and local governments. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">e. Evaluate direct democracy by the initiative, referendum, and recall processes. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Examine the powers of state and local government. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Examine sources of revenue received by each level of government. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Analyze the services provided by state and local government. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Examine the nature and causes of crimes. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Explain the effects criminal acts have on their intended victims. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Categorize different types of crimes. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Explain the different types of defenses used by perpetrators of crime. <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;"> <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">a. Analyze the steps in the criminal justice process. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">b. Explain an individual’s due process rights. <span style="font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; font-size: 9pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">c. Describe the steps in a criminal trial or civil suit. <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: normal; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; msofareastfontfamily: Arial; msolist: Ignore;">d. Examine the different types of sentences a convicted person can receive.
 * SSCG1 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political philosophies that shaped the development of United States constitutional government. **
 * SSCG2 The student will analyze the natural rights philosophy and the nature of government expressed in the Declaration of Independence. **
 * SSCG3 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the United States Constitution. **
 * SSCG4 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government. **
 * SSCG5 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the federal system of government described in the United States Constitution. **
 * SSCG6 The student will demonstrate knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights. **
 * SSCG7 The student will describe how thoughtful and effective participation in civic life is characterized by obeying the law, paying taxes, serving on a jury, participating in the political process, performing public service, registering for military duty, being informed about current issues, and respecting differing opinions **
 * SSCG8 The student will demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections. **
 * SSCG9 The student will explain the differences between the House of Representatives and the Senate, with emphasis on terms of office, powers, organization, leadership, and representation of each house. **
 * SSCG10 The student will describe the legislative process including the roles played by committees and leadership. **
 * SSCG11 The student will describe the influence of lobbyists (business, labor, professional organizations) and special interest groups on the legislative process. **
 * SSCG12 The student will analyze the various roles played by the President of the United States; include Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, chief executive, chief agenda setter, representative of the nation, chief of state, foreign policy leader, and party leader. **
 * SSCG13 The student will describe the qualifications for becoming President of the United States. **
 * SSCG14 The student will explain the impeachment process and its usage for elected officials. **
 * SSCG15 The student will explain the functions of the departments and agencies of the federal bureaucracy. **
 * SSCG16 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the federal judiciary. **
 * SSCG17 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of state and local government described in the Georgia Constitution. **
 * SSCG18 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the powers of Georgia’s state and local governments. **
 * SSCG19 The student will compare and contrast governments that are unitary, confederal (confederation), and federal; autocratic, oligarchic and democratic; and presidential and parliamentary. **
 * SSCG20 The student will describe the tools used to carry out United States foreign policy (diplomacy; economic, military, and humanitarian aid; treaties; sanctions and military intervention). **
 * SSCG21 The student will demonstrate knowledge of criminal activity. **
 * SSCG22 The student will demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice process. **