Legislative Branch
Grade 3•45 minutes•4.4b The New York State Constitution establishes the basic structure of government for the state. The government of New York creates laws to protect the people and interests of the state. Students will use a graphic organizer to show the different branches of state government and the roles and responsibilities of each. The present governor, the local senator, and the local assemblyperson should be identified.
Learning Objective
I can describe the job of the Legislative Branch in New York State government.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 2 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe the two parts of the Legislative Branch and explain what each part does.
2. Imagine a new law is being considered in New York. Explain how the Legislative Branch would be involved in making that law.
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