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1. After reading, discuss with your counselor the following:
(a) Declaration of Independence
(b) Preamble to the Constitution
(c) Constitution
(d) Bill of Rights
(e) Amendments to the Constitution
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2. Name three branches of government and explain their functions. Explain the checks and balances on each branch of government.
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3. Outline the relationships between state and federal governments.
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4. Do ONE of the following:
(a) Visit the National Capitol.
(b) Visit your state capitol.
(c) Tour a federal installation.
* Explain your experiences to your counselor.
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5. Name your two senators and the congressman from your congressional district. Write a letter to one of these elected officials on a national issue sharing your view with him or her. Show your letter and any response to your counselor.
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6. What are five important functions of your national government? Explain how these functions affect your family and community.
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7. Discuss the main ways by which our federal government is financed.
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