Election Simulation: Political Parties

Watch the BrainPop video on Political Party Origins (George Washington, Hamilton vs. Jefferson, Adams vs. Jefferson, Federalist vs. Dem-Rep) : https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/ushistory/politicalpartyorigins/

Watch the BrainPop video on Political Parties (explains the origin of each and their differences): https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/usgovernment/politicalparties/

Watch the BrainPop video on Political Beliefs (explains choosing sides on issues, politely disagreeing, why we vote for parties, ): https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/usgovernment/politicalbeliefs/

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Reflection/Synthesis:

1. Using a T-Chart, explain the traditional values of the democratic and republican parties. 
   
2. Explain how political parties started.
3. Explain why we have political parties today.
4. Explain what third parties are and how they fit into the political system.