9781680644616
4th Edition
696 pages
Develop a foundational understanding of the structure and role of all the major components of American government.
This comprehensive, engaging text provides the core information everyone needs to understand and participate in the American system of government.
- Theories of government and the constitution
- The rights and responsibilities of citizens
- How congress passes laws, sets taxes, and spends money
- The roles of the president, the cabinet, and agencies
- The structure of the courts and influential rulings
- The functions of state and local governments
- The value of public service and how citizens influence public policy
inquiry-based exercises, document-based questions, and stimulus-based questions help students apply concepts and develop critical thinking skills needed for college and career.
Features:
-7 units cover the principles behind American government, the American political process, the legislative branch, the executive branch, the judicial branch, state and local government in the American system, and looking ahead
-Emphasizes the significance of - involvement - by encouraging Americans to stay informed about public events and government actions on all levels
-Multiple Learning Skills and FYI (For Your Information) features
-Chapters incorporate questions to provoke thoughtful discussion among students
-Terms to Know, review questions, concept development questions, and student participation in civic activities follow each chapter
-Complete text of the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution
