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Civics and Government
- Standard Area - 5.1:
Principles and Documents of Government
- Grade Level - 5.1.8:
GRADE 8
Outline how different systems of government function.
Analyze the principles and ideas that shaped local, Pennsylvania, and national governments.
- Liberty / Freedom
- Democracy
- Justice
- Equality
Summarize the basic principles and ideals within documents and the roles played by the framers as found in significant documents:
- Declaration of Independence
- United States Constitution
- Bill of Rights
- Pennsylvania Constitution
Compare and contrast the individual rights guaranteed by the PA Constitution versus the U.S. Constitution.
Analyze how political symbols are used by the media and leaders to influence public opinion.