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 in Greece and other ancient cultures studied.			The students will examine the differing views of two opposing groups in a pluralistic society (i.e., Sparta - Athens)	Given two opposing groups' views in a pluralistic society, the students will identify their likenesses and differences.	pluralistic society Sparta Athens