Branches of Government Scavenger Hunt
A 3-page scavenger hunt activity for 9th graders to explore the powers and responsibilities of the three branches of government. Includes a section for students to share their findings.
“Can you create an activity of a scavenger hunt about the specific powers and responsibilities of each branch of government, for a 9th grade level class, and a section to share out their findings.”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 45-minute small-group or whole-class activity.
- Discussion question: Which branch do you think has the most power, and why?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a graphic organizer to help students record information.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research a current event and identify how each branch is involved.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
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Try Diffit for free“Can you create an activity of a scavenger hunt about the specific powers and responsibilities of each branch of government, for a 9th grade level class, and a section to share out their findings.”
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use as a 45-minute small-group or whole-class activity.
- Discussion question: Which branch do you think has the most power, and why?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a graphic organizer to help students record information.
- Extension for advanced students: Have students research a current event and identify how each branch is involved.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
Branches of Government Scavenger Hunt
A 3-page scavenger hunt activity for 9th graders to explore the powers and responsibilities of the three branches of government. Includes a section for students to share their findings.
What is Diffit?
Teachers use Diffit to get quality materials for their unique classrooms. Adjust difficulty, add scaffolds, or change the topic to get started.
Try Diffit for free