1-How would you classify the United States Government? 2-Explain the system of checks and balances? Why was it important to the founders? 3- What area of the Constitution discusses the executive branch?What are two of the roles of the President? 4-What factors affect political socialization? 5-Who can vote in the U. S.? Who cannot vote? 6-What type of party system is used in the U. S.? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this system? 7-Describe some of the elements of U. S. policy, foreign policy and social policy. 8- What part of the Constitution protects the rights of the people? Which of these rights do think are the most important?

On july 4, 1776, thomas jefferson wrote the declaration of independence. the declaration of independence can be compared to a break up letter because jefferson explained why america wanted its independence from king george iii. read pages 516-520 in your textbook to discover why america wanted to be an independent country. you will write your own break up letter from the colonies to king george iii. your letter needs to be at least 5-7 sentences, include the issues/events leading up to this breaking point, and why the founding fathers felt independence would be better. remember! this is a “breakup letter”, so channel your inner taylor swift and make it creative!