What is the constitutional balance between my freedom of expression and the government authority to enforce the social contract by limiting my freedom of expression?

Students explore the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government, separation of powers, and checks and balances through role plays and small group discussions.

In this lesson, students read primary and secondary source documents about the Supreme Court case Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company v. Sawyer and executive power over commerce. Students then answer analysis questions about the case. There is a teacher answer key included in the lesson.

In this lesson, students read primary and secondary source documents about the Supreme Court case Zelman v. Simmons-Harris and the 1st amendment. Students then answer analysis questions about the case.