Civics Summative Assessment
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
- What knowledge, skills, and dispositions (intention to act) does a person need in order to be a powerful civic actor in our democracy and in our community?
- How will I use my rights and responsibilities to promote the common good in our democracy and community?
ENDURING UNDERSTANDINGS:
- Democracy is a system of government based on big ideas. One of these ideas is that the power of government comes from the people. Another is that people must be informed and participate for our democracy and government to work.
- Individuals in a democracy have many rights. These rights allow them to exercise their power. But these rights are limited, and some individuals’ rights are more limited than others.
U.S. Federal Constitution Exam
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Pick 1 of the following:
Option #1: What Every 8th Grader in Chicago Should Know
Option #2: Persuasive Essay - 8th Grader Use Power to Create Change
Option #3: Analyze a Final Case Study of a Powerful Civic Actor
Option #4: U.S. President Report Card (Email Mr. Streit for your randomly selected President)