A.P. American Government Lesson Plan - Klein Oak High School
   
Dates Friday, November 7, 2008
   
Topic Congress
   
Objectives Students shall be able to
  1. Pinpoint the significant eras in the evolution of Congress.

  2. Describe the characteristics of members of Congress and outline the process for electing members of Congress.

  3. Identify the functions that party affiliation plays in the organization of Congress.

  4. Identify the factors that help to explain why a member of Congress votes as he or she does.

   
Activities Video: The Congress
   
Assessment Monitor and adjust to check understanding.
   
Assignments Preview the Legislation Research Project. Complete the Congress vocabulary assignment (Word or PDF) for Monday.