Identify individuals who represent the citizens of Florida at the national level.
Clarifications
Clarification 1: Students will identify Florida’s U.S. senators and the U.S. representative for their district.
Clarification 2: Students will discuss the constitutional qualifications for office, term length, authority, duties, activities and compensation.
General Information
Subject Area: Social Studies
Grade: 5
Strand: Civics and Government (Starting 2023-2024)
Standard: Civic and Political Participation
Date Adopted or Revised: 07/21
Status: State Board Approved
Related Courses
This benchmark is part of these courses.
5021070: Social Studies Grade 5 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 - 2023, 2023 and beyond (current))
7721016: Access Social Studies - Grade 5 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2018, 2018 - 2023, 2023 and beyond (current))
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Alternate version of this benchmark for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
SS.5.CG.2.AP.5: Recognize Florida’s U.S. senators and representatives from their district.
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