The Constitution

A Grade 7 Resource Page


You have been studying about the U.S. Constitution and how it divides up the powers of government. To review this information you will use the websites below to locate and answer questions provided in class. It is important to read the information provided as directions which help you locate your answers are provided.

Ben's Guide to U.S. Government

This is your primary site for locating information. Notice that Ben's kite has grade levels in each section. Click on the grade level section stated given on your direction sheet to locate information to answer the question.


Interesting Sites for further information:

Constitutional Convention

The Constitutional Convention created the new frame of government.

Colonial Hall

A look at America's founders

USA Government Page

Further information on the branches of government and the distribution of power.

The Federal Judicial Homepage

Information on the role of the Judicial branch of government.

Constitution of the U.S.

This site has each article of the Constitution and assistance in understanding the information.