Mr. Sedivy's
History Classes:

More Features:

- American Government -
The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence
Click for a readable and printable full-screen enlargement of the Declaration of Independence.

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US Government - Democracy
State Government / National Government
Why Did Government Originate?

American Constitution
What is a Constitution?
Powers Prohibited to Congress / Powers Prohibited to States

Other Types of Government
Autocracy, Totalitarian Dictatorship, Absolute Monarchy

Trial and Judicial System Information
Officers of the Court / Characteristics of a Trial
Courtroom Demeanor / How to Dress for Court
Testifying in Court - The DOs and DON'Ts
Trial Tactics and Tricks Used by Attorneys
Common Trial Objections During Testimony
Courtroom Definitions

Class Activities
Constitution Presentations
The Trial of Goldilocks
America's Entry into World War I

More Information
| The Declaration of Independence | The Bill of Rights |
| Mary Young Pickersgill's Flag
Inspired Francis Scott Key to Write the Star-Spangled Banner |
| United States National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
(Complete Text with Music) |
| Excerpts from The Gettysburg Address |
| View WWI Uncle Sam Poster - 1917 |

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