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Lesson Topic
Separation of Powers: Checks and Balances in the U.S. Government and Constitution. Influence of Baron Montesquieu. Articles of Confederation 1st U.S. Government 1780-1786.: No taxes, states had autonomy and independence, lack of central federal currency, no federal military protection. Impeachment Process US President, Expulsion process for US Congress Members.
Lesson Outline
Separation of Powers: Checks and Balances in the U.S. Government and Constitution. Influence of Baron Montesquieu. Articles of Confederation 1st U.S. Government 1780-1786.: No taxes, states had autonomy and independence, lack of central federal currency, no federal military protection. Impeachment Process US President, Expulsion process for US Congress Members. Discussion of U.S States fearing a strong central/federal government due to previous abusive rule of British monarchs.
Assignment
Read Text pp.30-33. Written problems MC Assessment p. 35 #2-6
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Lesson Comments
PJ was well focused during our discussion today of Separation of Powers within the US Government and Constitution, We also discussed the 1st US Government Articles of Confederation and why it failed and was quickly replaced by the Constitution.
Session Hours
0.75
Hours Attended
0.75
Entry Status
Review Status
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