Content Standard: Civics and Government
C. Fundamental Principles of Government and Constitutions
Students will understand the constitutional principles and the democratic foundations of the political institutions of the United States.
Common Assessment(s):

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements (Specific grade level learning objectives)			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
4. Explain the importance, in a pluralistic society, of having certain shared political values and principles.	Political values and principles during the American Revolution.			The students will examine differing views of two opposing groups in a pluralistic society (ie, Patriots/Loyalists)	Given two opposing groups' views in a pluralistic society, the students will identify their likenesses and differences.	pluralistic society Patriots Loyalists