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The Constitution of the United States
American history software on CD-Roms for Windows and MacIntosh computers
The Constitution of the United States 5.46 MB Module APCONS $39.95
five lessons
Each comprehensive, social studies module contains a pretest, lesson with concept quizzes, summary, and post test.
Lesson #1 - The Age of the Constitution 1763 - 1783
Tutorial begins with England’s control of the Colonies before 1763. Topics include the French and Indian War, Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Townshend Duties, Writs of Assistance, Molasses Act, Quartering Act, Taxation without Representation, Tea Act, and the Intolerable Acts. Explains why the Declaration of Independence was written and covers the Articles of Confederation as well as the basic issues of the Constitution. Distinguishes the role of state and federal governments.
Lesson #2 - The Preamble and Article I Sections 1-6
Tutorial focuses on the Preamble and the legislative branch. Major topics: Congress, Qualifications and Numbers for House of Representatives, Senate, Elections and Meetings, Rules and Procedures, and Privileges and Restrictions.
Lesson #3 - The Legislative Branch and Article I Sections 7-10
Tutorial focuses on the legislative branch. Covers 1787-1790. Major topics include the Philadelphia Convention, ratification of the Constitution by eleven states, inauguration of the Federal Government, organization of the House of Representatives, election of Washington, and the enactment of the Bill of Rights.
Lesson #4 - Article II - VII
Tutorial focuses on the legislative branch. Major headings are the Executive Branch, the Judicial Branch, the Federal Government and the States, Constitutional Amendments, the Federal Government (as the supreme law of the land), and Ratification of the Constitution.
Lesson #5 - The Amendments
Tutorial focuses on Amendments 1 -10 (The Bill of Rights) and all of the other Amendments. Explanations and examples are given for each Amendment.
