Social Studies

Activity Worksheet

GRADE LEVEL: / Seventh
Course Title: / Eastern Hemisphere
Strand: / III. Government
Topic: / Purposes of Government
Grade Level Standard: / 7-10 Identify the purposes of government in the Eastern
Hemisphere.
Grade Level Benchmark: / 1. Distinguish between representative democracy and other
forms of government. (III.1.MS.2)

Learning Activity(s)/Facts/Information

1. Develop a chart comparing the different forms of government.
2. Card Sort Activity
Pass out Category Cards (on the different forms of government) to some of the students.
Pass out Definitions Cards of governments, Characteristics Cards of governments, Example Cards of governments, etc. Have the students find the form of government that their card matches up with. When they have found their groups, write a summary of that form of government using the key terms, characteristics, and examples in their summary. /

Resources

Textbook
Internet
Color Index Cards
New Vocabulary:

Social Studies

Activity Worksheet

GRADE LEVEL: / Seventh
Course Title: / Eastern Hemisphere
Strand: / III. Government
Topic: / Purposes of Government
Grade Level Standard: / 7-10 Identify the purposes of government in the Eastern
Hemisphere.
Grade Level Benchmark: / 2. Explain how the rule of law protects individual rights and
serves the common good. (III.1.MS.3)

Learning Activity(s)/Facts/Information

(Beginning of the year activity.)
1. Create a Bill of Rights for the classroom. Explain how these laws affect the “common good” of the classroom.
2. Simulation of Sovereignty
  Discuss a country’s right and responsibility in obtaining its own sovereignty
  Inform students that they are a sovereign class “exempt” of rules. Explain that what they do with their sovereignty is up to them.
  At this time the teacher will leave the room, although there will be a monitor arranged to watch the class from afar (10 minutes tops).
  Discuss the consequences of activity (positive, negative). /

Resources

Copy of the Bill of Rights
New Vocabulary:

Social Studies

Activity Worksheet

GRADE LEVEL: / Seventh
Course Title: / Eastern Hemisphere
Strand: / III. Government
Topic: / Purposes of Government
Grade Level Standard: / 7-10 Identify the purposes of government in the Eastern
Hemisphere.
Grade Level Benchmark: / 3. Explain the importance of limited government to protect
political and economic freedom. (III.1.MS.4)

Learning Activity(s)/Facts/Information

1. Simulation of Sovereignty Activity.
2. Comparison chart of different forms of government.
3. Reconstruct Iraq Activity
  What government system would allow for political freedom and enterprise?
  What powers should the government have?
  What powers should the government not have? /

Resources

Government comparison charts
Maps of Iraq
Brief summary of Iraq
Textbook
Internet
New Vocabulary:


Social Studies

Activity Worksheet

GRADE LEVEL: / Seventh
Course Title: / Eastern Hemisphere
Strand: / III. Government
Topic: / Ideals of American Democracy
Grade Level Standard: / 7-11 Explain the ideas of governing systems in the Eastern
Hemisphere.
Grade Level Benchmark: / 1. Describe the purposes and functions of major
international, governmental organizations. (III.5.MS.1)

Learning Activity(s)/Facts/Information

1. Research information on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund and the Structural Adjustment Program.
Then write a proposal to improve the economic conditions of an assigned country.
2. Research NATO, WTO, UN, and OPEC and identify positives and negatives of each organization.
Create a timelines of events in regards to these organizations and explain their influences. /

Resources

Internet
Textbooks
Newspapers
Newsweek Magazine
Time Magazine
New Vocabulary:


Social Studies

Activity Worksheet

GRADE LEVEL: / Seventh
Course Title: / Eastern Hemisphere
Strand: / III. Government
Topic: / Ideals of American Democracy
Grade Level Standard: / 7-11 Explain the ideas of governing systems in the Eastern
Hemisphere.
Grade Level Benchmark: / 2. Describe means used to resolve international conflicts.
(III.5.MS.2)

Learning Activity(s)/Facts/Information

1. Role-play U.N. or International Court. Each student is assigned a country to represent in the U.N. Give them a world problem and have them come up with solutions.
2. Research past conflicts in the world and how the U.N. solved these problems. Write about the actual conclusion and come up with an alternate solution.
3. Write a multi-paragraph essay describing the history, structure, and function of a major international governmental or nongovernmental organization and how they resolve conflict.
Example: Arab Nations, U.N., etc. /

Resources

Internet
Textbooks
Newspapers
Resource sheets (7-11:2a – h) attached
New Vocabulary:


INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS IN SOCIETY

(Resource 7-11:2a)

A. The learner will write a multi-paragraph report describing the history, structure, and function of a major international governmental or nongovernmental organization.

Directions: 1. Choose a major international organization other than the United Nations.

2. Identify if the organization is governmental or nongovernmental.

3. Describe the history of the organizations.

4. Describe the structure of the organization.

5. Describe the function of the organization and compare with one other major international organization.

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION CHECKLIST

Yes / In Progress
1. International organization is identified.
2. History is accurately described.
3. Structure is accurately described.
4. Function is accurately and completely described.
5. Comparison of function of organization with another organization is accurate.
6. Effectively uses topic sentences and supporting details.
7. Report contains introduction, body, and conclusion.

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ANALYSIS OF STANDARD

PREREQUISITE
VOCABULARY:
NEW VOCABULARY:
CONCEPTS & INFORMATION / RULES &
PROCEDURES / SEQUENCE OF INSTRUCTION
International governmental organizations are comprised of nations who choose to work cooperatively toward world peace and security, economic growth and stability, humanitarian aid and advancement, and cultural unity.
International nongovernmental organizations are comprised of nationals who choose to work cooperatively toward humanitarian aid, humanitarian advancement, and cultural unity.
The United Nations is the largest international governmental organization consisting of over 150 member nations and its activities affect all world governments and populations. Its specialized agencies are dedicated to promote the betterment of humanity. / INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Prior to Lesson One, students should request informational brochures from organizations to be investigated in the standard.
Lessons 1-6
 Complete Resource 7-11:2c by adding information during/after each lesson.
 Information may be gathered using requested brochures, Internet, encyclopedias, textbooks, newspapers, news magazines, etc.
 Posters may be created displaying vital information to promote each organization.
Lessons 2-4
Structure of an international organization includes the governing body and/or bylaws that direct the organization, participating countries, governmental or nongovernmental status, etc.
Lesson 6
The “debate” may take the form of a panel discussion, written essay, skit, editorial, newscast/ commentary, etc. Format for “debate” include statement of personal opinion with supportive evidence from credible sources, and logical sequence of ideas with introduction, body, and conclusion. / 1. The learner will identify current events related to major international governmental and nongovernmental organizations. (Resource sheet 7-11:2c)
2. The learner will examine the history, goals, and structure of humanitarian and cultural international nongovernmental organizations. (Resource sheets 7-11:2d and 7-11:2e)
3. The learner will examine the history, goals, and structure of peacekeeping international governmental organizations. (Resource sheets 7-11:2d and 7-11:2e)
4. The learner will examine the history, goals, and structure of economic international governmental organizations. (Resource sheets 7-11:2d and 7-11:2e)
5. The learner will examine the history, goals, and structure of the United Nations and its specialized agencies. (Resource sheets 7-11:2f)
6. The learner will “debate” the issue of continued United States membership in the United Nations.

B. The learner will describe how a current event involving an international governmental organization affected his/her life.

Directions: Select a current event related to the organization chosen in Part A and write a paragraph describing the effect of the organization’s activity on your life.

C. The learner will create a brochure showing the history, structure, goals, and specialized agencies of the United Nations.

Directions: Complete the brochure by describing the following:

a. history of the United Nations

b. goals of the United Nations

c. structure of the United Nations

d. 3-5 specialized agencies of the United Nations

e. illustration

f. cover title, author, and illustration

Fold the brochure so that f is on top.

a / b / c / d / e / f

UNITED NATION BROCHURE CHECKLIST

Yes / In
Progress
1. Brief history of the U.N. is accurately summarized.
2. Goals of the U.N. are accurately stated.
3. Structure of the U.N. is accurately stated.
4. 3-5 specialized agencies of the U.N. are accurately described.
5. Illustration depicts essence of organization.
6. Title, author, and illustration are depicted on cover.
7. Brochure shows effort, thought, neatness, and legibility.

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INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENTAL AND

NONGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS VOCABULARY

(Resource 7-11:2b)

PEACEKEEPING
Arab League
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Organization of African Unity
Organization of American States
NATO
OAU
OAS
Peace
Security
ECONOMIC
Commonwealth of Nations
European Economic Community
European Free Trade Association
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
EFTA
PEC
HUMANITARIAN AND CULTURE
International Olympic Committee
International Red Cross
Salvation Army
IOC / THE UNITED NATIONS
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
International Civil Aviation Organization
International Development Association
International Finance Cooperation
International Fund for Agricultural Development
International Labor Organization
International Maritime Organization
International Monetary Fund
International Telecommunication Union
United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization
United Nations Industrial Development Organization
Universal Postal Union
World Bank
World Health Organization
World Intellectual Property Organization
World Meteorological Organization
UNESCO
WHO
IMF
General Assembly
Security Council
Secretariat
Economic and Social Council
International Court of Justice
The Trusteeship Council
Specialized agency


INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

(Resource 7-11:2c)

ORGANIZATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS / INVOLVEMENT IN CURRENT EVENT(S) / AFFECTS OF CURRENT EVENT(S) ON AMERICANS / AFFECTS OF CURRENT EVENT(S) ON ME
Arab League
Commonwealth of Nations
European Economic Community
European Free Trade Association
International Olympic Committee
International Red Cross
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Organization of African Unity
Organization of American States
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Salvation Army
United Nations

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INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENTAL AND NONGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

(Resource 7-11:2d)

Humanitarian and Cultural Organizations

INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE (IOC)

The International Olympic Committee is the governing body of the Olympic Games.

The committee sets the rules and approves the sports to be included in the Olympics. The IOC also selects the host cities, one for the Summer Games and one for the Winter Games, six years in advance.

INTERNATIONAL RED CROSS

There are 135 countries that have Red Cross societies. Although each national society conducts its own programs, the Red Cross works to relieve human suffering. In its neutral position, the Red Cross serves as an intermediary between nations for the humane treatment of war prisoners and provides aid to war victims. Red Cross coordination of programs internationally results in cooperative disaster relief and medical and health programs.

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army is an international Christian religious and charitable organization. Much of their world wide service is given to people in less developed countries. These services include education, basic needs, vocational instruction, and disaster relief.

Peacekeeping Organizations

ARAB LEAGUE

The Arab League is an organization of twenty-one Middle Eastern and African nations along with the Palestine Liberation Organization which promotes closer political, economic, cultural, and social relations among the members. Although the stated purpose of the organization is peacekeeping it has had greater success in social, cultural, and communications fields.

NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION (NATO)

NATO provides military leadership for the common defense of sixteen Western nations. The treaty states that an armed attack against one or more member nations in Europe or North America shall be considered an attack on all members.

ORGANIZATION OF AFRICAN UNITY (OAU)

OAU is an association of African nations that works to find peaceful solution to disputes between African countries. This organization provides for the advancement of human rights, collective self-defense, regional cooperation, and peaceful settlement of controversies.

ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES (OAS)

The Organization of American States consists of thirty-one Latin American countries and the United States. This organization provides for the advancement of human rights, collective self-defense, regional cooperation, and peaceful settlement of controversies.

Economic Organizations

COMMONWEALTH OF NATIONS

This is an association of Great Britain and fifty other countries that were once British colonies. The Commonwealth provides economic and technical assistance to developing nations in the group as well as agreements between member countries for their own economic advancement.

EUROPEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY

The Common Wealth regulates its member’s agriculture, economy, and trade. This group of Western European nations work together to form a single market for their economic resources.

EUROPEAN FREE TRADE ASSOCIATION (EFTA)

EFTA, composed of six Western European nations, regulates and promotes trade among its members.

ORGANIZATION OF PETROLEUM EXPORTING COUNTRIES (OPEC)

This association consists of thirteen nations that depend heavily on oil exports for their incomes. They own and control two-thirds to three-fourths of the world’s oil reserves.

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(Resource 7-11:2e, page 1)

Describe how the organization has affected Americans. / Describe how the organization has affected other countries.
INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
Trace the origin of the organization. / Explain the importance of the organization.


(Resource 7-11:2e, page 2)

Describe how the organization has affected Americans. / Describe how the organization has affected other countries.
INTERNATIONAL NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
Trace the origin of the organization. / Explain the importance of the organization.


MAJOR INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

(Resource 7-11:2f)

NAME OF ORGANIZATION:

HISTORY / STRUCTURE / GOALS

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THE UNITED NATIONS

(Resource 7-11:2g)

HISTORY

The United Nations was established in 1945 shortly after the end of World War II. As World War II came to an end, the nations opposing Germany, Italy, and Japan decided that such a war should never happen again. Representatives of these nations met to work out a plan for an organization to keep world peace. The plan was described in a document called the Charter of the United Nations.

STRUCTURE

The United Nations consists of six major organs that carry on the work of the organization. These are:

1. GENERAL ASSEMBLY – All members of the UN are represented. Each member may send five delegates, five alternates and as many advisers as it deems necessary.