How We Organize Ourselves
Grade 5
Central Idea: Modern decision making structures have their roots in the ancient world.
Lines of Inquiry:
1. Characteristics, structures, and roles of different government systems
2. Rights and responsibilities of citizens are keys to democratic process
3. Governments exist for many purposes
4. Voting process
Teacher Questions:
1. What rights do I have in a democracy?
2. What responsibilities do I have in a democracy?
3. How has decision making changes/stayed the same over time?
4. How does government affect me?
Lines of Inquiry:
1. Characteristics, structures, and roles of different government systems
2. Rights and responsibilities of citizens are keys to democratic process
3. Governments exist for many purposes
4. Voting process
Teacher Questions:
1. What rights do I have in a democracy?
2. What responsibilities do I have in a democracy?
3. How has decision making changes/stayed the same over time?
4. How does government affect me?
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