Through reading materials, worksheets, and a primary source activity, this resource provides an overview of the structure and powers of the legislative branch of government in the United States. Readings review how a bill becomes a law, powers of Congress, and a comparison of the House and the Senate.

Concepts

the legislative branch, the three branches of government

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Additional Tags

legislative branch, how a bill becomes a law, house and senate, social studies

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Pros

• Readings and worksheets provide a comprehensive overview of topic
• Primary Source activity details Article I of the Constitution

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.3 RH.6-8.4 RH.6-8.10 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.9-10.4 RH.9-10.10 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.4 RH.11-12.10