9-12.GV.1.CC.A: Create and use tools to analyze a chronological sequence of events related to a study of government.

9-12.GV.1.CC.B: Explain connections between historical context and peoples' perspectives at the time.

9-12.GV.1.CC.C: Develop a research plan, identify appropriate resources for investigating social studies topics, and create and present a research product which applies an aspect of government to a contemporary issue.

9-12.GV.1.CC.D: Using an inquiry lens, develop compelling questions about government, determine helpful resources and consider multiple points of views represented in the resources.

9-12.GV.1.CC.E: Analyze the causes and consequences of a specific issue tied to government as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by those trying to address the problem.

9-12.GV.1.GS.A: Analyze laws, policies, and processes to determine how governmental systems affect individuals and groups in society.

9-12.GV.1.GS.B: Distinguish the powers and responsibilities of citizens and institutions to address and solve problems.

9-12.GV.1.G.A: Create and use maps and other graphic representations in order to explain relationships and reveal patterns or trends about government.

9-12.GV.1.G.B: Analyze the relationship between of the geography of the original 13 colonies on the formation of United States government.

9-12.GV.1.EC.A: Examine the opportunity costs and benefits of economic decisions on society as a whole as well as on individuals and government.

9-12.GV.1.PC.A: Using a government lens, describe how people's' perspectives shaped the sources/artifacts they created.

9-12.GV.1.PC.B: Examine the origins and impact of social structures and stratification on societies and relationships between peoples and governments.

9-12.GV.2.CC.A: Trace the evolution of government in the English colonies to explain American colonists' expectations for self-rule.

9-12.GV.2.CC.B: Analyze the Declaration of Independence to determine the influence of classical and Enlightenment thought on revolutionary ideals.

9-12.GV.2.CC.C: Evaluate the extent to which decisions made in the Constitutional Convention were influenced by previous models of government and experiences under British rule.

9-12.GV.2.CC.D: Compare and contrast the structure and function of democratic governments and authoritarian governments, noting their impact on people, groups and societies.

9-12.GV.2.GS.A: Analyze how the codification of law impacted early civilizations and shaped enduring concepts government, law, and social order.

9-12.GV.2.GS.B: Apply the concepts of natural law, social contract, due process of law, and popular sovereignty to explain the purposes and legacy of the Declaration of Independence.

9-12.GV.2.GS.C: Describe the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation to explain its failure as a national government.

9-12.GV.2.G.A: Analyze how geography of North America influenced the governmental systems which developed there.

9-12.GV.2.EC.A: Analyze the impact of economics and economic theories on the formation of United States governmental ideals, principles and structures.

9-12.GV.2.PC.A: Analyze the varying perspectives of individuals and groups to explain emerging divisions and political philosophies as the United States was founded.

9-12.GV.3.CC.A: Explain how the central debates of the Constitutional Convention were resolved.

9-12.GV.3.CC.B: Explain how concerns over a strong central government were addressed to provide for ratification of the Constitution.

9-12.GV.3.CC.C: Trace the significant changes in roles, powers and size of the three branches of government.

9-12.GV.3.CC.D: Analyze the changing relationship between state and federal governmental powers.

9-12.GV.3.GS.A: Apply the concepts of due process of law, popular sovereignty, rule of law, representation, and federalism to explain the purpose and legacy of the Constitution.

9-12.GV.3.GS.B: Analyze the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution to determine their success in implementing the ideals of the Declaration of Independence.

9-12.GV.3.GS.C: Analyze the unique roles and responsibilities of the three branches of government to determine how they function and interact.

9-12.GV.3.GS.D: Describe and give examples of how the constitutional principle of checks and balances limits the powers of government and leaders.

9-12.GV.3.GS.E: Explain how the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments limit the power of government, protect individual liberty, and provide for equality under the law.

9-12.GV.3.GS.F: Compare the structure and functions of local, state and federal governments.

9-12.GV.3.EC.A: Compare trade, monetary policy, and taxation under the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution.

9-12.GV.3.EC.B: Analyze the changing roles of government in the economy throughout United States history.

9-12.GV.3.PC.A: Analyze the varying perspectives of individuals and groups regarding the development of the American governmental system to explain emerging divisions and political philosophies.

9-12.GV.3.PC.B: Evaluate the intended and unintended impact of government decision-making on individuals, groups, and society.

9-12.GV.4.CC.A: Trace the changing power relationships between branches of the United States government over time.

9-12.GV.4.CC.B: Analyze changing ideals regarding an "active judiciary," an "active legislature" and an "active executive branch" in United States government over time.

9-12.GV.4.CC.C: Explain the powers and responsibilities of citizens and institutions to address and solve problems.

9-12.GV.4.GS.A: Evaluate the role and influence of contemporary political parties on government.

9-12.GV.4.GS.B: Explain a citizen's legal obligations, as well as opportunities for, engaging with and using local, state, and federal governments to shape decision making.

9-12.GV.4.GS.C: Compare the various processes pertaining to the selection of political leaders at the federal, state, and local level.

9-12.GV.4.G.A: Analyze state and federal electoral results to determine the influence of social, regional and demographic characteristics.

9-12.GV.4.EC.A: Analyze the role that people, businesses, and government play in taxation and spending required to maintain the public good.

9-12.GV.4.PC.A: Explain how political parties and interest groups reflect diverse perspectives and are influenced by individuals.

9-12.GV.4.PC.B: Evaluate factors that shape public opinion on elections and policy issues.

9-12.GV.4.PC.D: Predict the consequences that occur when institutions fail to meet the needs of individuals and groups, and when individuals fail to carry out their personal responsibilities.