Shared Powers in Government

Submitted by The FFW Admin on Fri, 09/11/2015 - 03:54
Shared Powers in Government

This task asks students to write an argumentative essay about which level of government -- federal or state -- should have authority and power when making and executing laws related to a controversial issue.

Students will research an issue of their choice, write an argument in support of their position, and then present it to their classmates. 

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research government current events constitution federalism legislation policy
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PDF icon Item A - Hook Activity
PDF icon Item B - What is Federalism
PDF icon Item C - Intro to Federalism
PDF icon Item D - Federalism Case Study
PDF icon Item E - Selecting an Issue
PDF icon Item F - Researching Your Issue
PDF icon Item G - Federalism and Dare Persuasive Writing
PDF icon Item H - Federalism Persuasive Essay Outline
PDF icon Item I - Peer Editing Guide
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