The Declaration of Independence

Civics Foundations of American Government The Declaration of Independence
Students identify how English policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence. They examine John Locke’s idea of natural rights and analyze the ideas and complaints set forth in the Declaration of Independence through a close reading of each section of the document.

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Overview

In this experience, students consider why countries form governments. Then they compare different forms of government—direct democracy, representative democracy, socialism, communism, monarchy, oligarchy, and autocracy. Finally, they consider the advantages of democratic governments compared to authoritarian governments.

Objectives

  • Consider why countries form governments.
  • Compare different forms of government.




The U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.


Every country in the world has a government. However, there are many different types of governments, as you will discover in this learning experience.

Objectives

  • Consider why countries form governments.
  • Compare different forms of government.


Why do you think countries have governments? What do governments do? Share an idea with your classmates. 


Review student posts. What reasons or roles are listed most often? In the next scene, students will look at three major reasons for government and try to identify specific examples.


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The Complete List of Learning Experiences in Foundations of American Government Unit.
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Civics Foundations of American Government The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence
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