SS10.7C.1

Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 7 - 7th Grade: Civics

SS10.7C.1
Compare influences of ancient Greece, the Roman Republic, the Judeo-Christian tradition, the Magna Carta, federalism, the Mayflower Compact, the English Bill of Rights, the House of Burgesses, and the Petition of Rights on the government of the United States

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:

Many important principles of American government originated with the Greeks, Romans and early English governments.

Skills

Students are able to:

Distinguish relevant material about the historical influence.
Cite evidence to show similarities between influences. Analyze primary source documents.

Understanding

Students understand that:

The Founding Fathers were impacted by several historical influences that helped them create our system of government.

Vocabulary

direct democracy
representative democracy
Feudal system
royalty
nobility
common people
Parliament
rights
due process
rule of law
quartering
punishment

Aligned Learning Resources

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