Clarifications:
Clarification 1: Students will explain the concept of limited government in the U.S. Constitution. Clarification 2: Students will describe and distinguish between separation of powers and checks and balances. Clarification 3: Students will analyze how government power is limited by separation of powers and/or checks and balances. Clarification 4: Students will recognize examples of separation of powers and checks and balances. Clarification 5: Students will recognize the influence of the U.S. Constitution on the development of other governments. |