4.SS.13.B

Identify and explain the basic functions of the three branches of government according to the Texas Constitution.

Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
basic functionsthree branches of governmentTexas Constitution
Skills
  • identify (basic functions of the three branches of government according to the Texas Constitution) #dok1
  • explain (basic functions of the three branches of government according to the Texas Constitution) #dok2
  • compare (functions of the three branches of government) #dok2
  • summarize (roles of each branch in Texas government) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify the three branches of government in the Texas Constitution. #dok1
  • I can list the basic functions of each branch of government according to the Texas Constitution. #dok1
  • I can explain the responsibilities of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches in Texas. #dok2
  • I can compare the functions performed by each branch of government in Texas. #dok2
  • I can summarize how the three branches of government work together in the Texas Constitution. #dok2
  • I can analyze the importance of dividing powers among the three branches in the Texas Constitution. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • The Texas Constitution establishes three separate branches of government, each with distinct basic functions.
  • Understanding the roles of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches is essential to knowing how government works in Texas.
Essential Questions
  • What are the three branches of government described in the Texas Constitution?
  • What are the basic functions of each branch of Texas government?
  • Why does the Texas Constitution separate government powers into different branches?
  • How do the branches of government work together and keep each other accountable?
  • How does understanding the branches of government help citizens participate in government?