Lesson
Roles of the Executive Branch
Guiding question
Students investigate the presidential Oath of Office in Article II of the Constitution.
Objectives
- Students will work with their peers to investigate the roles of the president.
- Students will determine which role the president uses to address current events chosen by the students.
- Students will consider which branch of the federal government has the most appropriate powers to act related to their current issues.
Materials
Materials:
- Large pieces of chart paper
- Small cards
- Glue sticks
- Markers
- Pencils
- Lined paper
- Devices for research
Lesson Components
The text of Article II, Section 1, Clause 8 that contains the Presidential Oath of Office and corresponding comprehension questions.
The text of Federalist #70 which explore how energy in the executive branch to preserve liberty.
A scaffolded text of Federalist #70 which explores how energy in the executive branch to preserve liberty.
An annotated version of Article II of the U.S. Constitution with key terms defined and comprehension questions.
A scaffolded version of Article II of the U.S. Constitution with key terms defined and comprehension questions.
Explore the origins, powers, and evolving role of the executive branch under the U.S. Constitution.