Government
Unit description: There are different levels of government within the United States and New York State. In this unit, students will study the fact that there are different levels of government within the United States and New York State and that the government of New York State establishes rights, freedoms, and responsibilities for its citizens. Students will learn about post-revolution times, the establishment of a federal government, and the New York State Constitution.
Standards
Standards: 1, 5; Themes: ID, TCC, SOC, CIV
Essential Questions and Big Ideas
Big Idea of the unit: The United States government is designed to protect the rights of citizens and to promote the common good.
How were early American governments established?
- After the Revolution, the United States of America established a federal government; colonies established state governments.
How is the New York State government structured?
- The New York State Constitution establishes the basic structure of government for the state.
- The government of New York creates laws to protect the people and interests of the state.
- Government in New York State is organized into counties, cities, towns, and villages.
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