1. American Government Unit: Anatomy of the Constitution
A Day: Monday, February 8, 2016
B Day: Tuesday, February 9, 2016

2. American Government Agenda A Day: Monday, February 8, 2016 B Day: Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Do Now
Discuss Do Now
Complete foldable project (if not done)
Reading & Graphic Organizer – I Civics
CNN Student News (if time)

3. Objective . American Government A Day: Mon, February 8
B Day: Tue, February 9
Objective
SWBT the concepts of the three branches of government and balance of power.
Do Now
Write the question and answer for each of the following in your notebook
1. Which of these is the main function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws B. To enforce laws C. To define laws
D. To interpret laws
2. State Populations
Texas: 23,507,783
Florida: 18,089,880
Michigan: 10,095,643
Missouri: 5,842,713
According to the above information, which state has the largest delegation in the United States House of Representatives?
A. Missouri B. Florida C. Michigan D. Texas
3. Which best explains why groups may hold meetings to discuss unpopular ideas in the United States?
A. State laws allow their actions.
B. Executive orders protect their actions.
C. Constitutional rights protect their actions.
D. Municipal ordinances permit their actions.

4. Readings
In separate file (ICivics_)