Social Studies Generation Complex Questions Related to American Democracy – SoGen 8.1 Student Booklet
Student Booklet
Unit 8.1: What are governments good for?
In this unit, students are introduced to the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizens. Students learn about the 2001 Patriot Act, while getting a chance to discuss the pros and cons of the law. Students also read three case studies about government policies in Singapore, London, and New York City. Using evidence and information from the case studies, students debate which city, New York or London, has a better strategy for controlling crime.
