How Federal Officials Were Chosen in 1789
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"How Federal Officials Were Chosen in 1789" is written for 8th Grade (Ages 13-14), and it covers C3 Framework D2.Civ.5.6-8. A 7th grader who is already steady on Elections and Public Life can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
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8th grade social studies worksheet: organize how the House, Senate, president and justices were chosen in 1789 and later. Answer key included. Part of our elections and representation collection. Aligned to C3 Framework standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Begin with How Federal Officials Were Chosen in 1789, then the elections in date order. Use the voting rights sheet to ask who was left out.
What students will practice
- Students will read the 1787 Constitution's rules for filling four federal offices.
- Students will organize who chooses each office, its term and its age and residence rules.
- Students will explain what the 12th, 17th and 22nd Amendments changed.
Curriculum Links
C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards
Social Studies · 8th Grade
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FAQ
How do I use this elections and representation worksheet?
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Begin with How Federal Officials Were Chosen in 1789, then the elections in date order. Use the voting rights sheet to ask who was left out.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Organize how the House, Senate, president and justices were chosen in 1789 and later. The directions on the page read: Read how the Constitution filled each federal office in 1789. Then do pages 2 and 3. An answer key is included.
Can I use this elections and representation worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 8th grade Elections and Public Life, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What does the 12th Amendment do?
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It has electors cast separate ballots for president and vice president. If no one wins a majority, the House chooses among the top three, with one vote per state.
What was the 22nd Amendment?
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Ratified in 1951, it says no person shall be elected president more than twice. In 1789 the Constitution set no limit.
Why was the election of 1860 a sign of a divided nation?
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Lincoln won 180 electoral votes, all from Northern states, and was not on the ballot in 10 of the 15 slave states. South Carolina left the Union on December 20, 1860.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 8th Grade |
| Subject | Social Studies |
| Topic | Elections and Public Life |
| Standard | D2.Civ.5.6-8 |
| Pages | 3 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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