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SSCG8Legislative Branch of Government

Demonstrate knowledge of the legislative branch of government.

Appears in: Social Studies, High School

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Expectations

  • SSCG8.a

    Cite the formal qualifications for representatives and senators listed in the Constitution.

  • SSCG8.b

    Describe the election process for representatives and senators and how the 17th Amendment impacted the election of senators.

  • SSCG8.c

    Compare the terms of office for each chamber of Congress and explain the Founders' intent.

  • SSCG8.d

    Compare and contrast the powers of each chamber of Congress (e.g., power of the purse, 16th Amendment, treaties, etc.)

  • SSCG8.e

    Explain the steps in the legislative process.

  • SSCG8.f

    Explain the functions of various leadership positions and committees within the legislature.

  • SSCG8.g

    Analyze the positive and negative role lobbyists play in the legislative process.

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Source: Georgia Standards of Excellence, published by the Georgia Department of Education at case.georgiastandards.org.