SS10.USG.5

Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 12 - United States Government

SS10.USG.5
Compare specific functions, organizations, and purposes of local and state governments, including implementing fiscal and monetary policies, ensuring personal security, and regulating transportation. (Alabama)

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:

Key features and concepts of the Alabama 1901 Constitution.
Differences between monetary and fiscal policy as well as how these differ between state and local levels, including differences amongst localities.
Purposes and functions of special interest groups.

Skills

Students are able to:

Compare state and local governments on a given characteristic in how they relate to one another in the state of Alabama.

Understanding

Students understand that:

The similarities and differences in the roles and powers of local and state governments using the Alabama Constitution of 1901 illustrate the impact of such on local funding, campaign funding, and the role of special interest groups.

Vocabulary

home rule
local funding
campaign funding
special interest group
lobbying
fiscal policy
monetary policy
city council
county commission
mayor

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