POS301 Arizona And Federal Government
Week 1 Assignment
We the People Worksheet
Complete the “We the People Worksheet.”
Utilize the required readings, academic websites, and the GCU Library as resources for this assignment.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
POS-301: We the People Essay Questions
Respond to the following questions in 150-200 words each.
1. Analyze the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the U.S. Constitution. Explain the significance of these founding documents and how they altered the concept of government that had prevailed in society before their creation.
2. What does it mean to be a part of “We the People”? What rights do “We the People” have and where do those rights come from?
3. How has the term “American” changed from the founding of the nation through today?
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POS301 Arizona And Federal Government
Week 2 Assignment
Principles and Articles of the United States Constitution Worksheet
Complete the “Principles and Articles of the United States Constitution Worksheet.”
Utilize the required readings, academic websites, and the GCU Library as resources for this assignment.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the GCU APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
POS-301: Principles and Articles of the United States Constitution Worksheet
Part I: Principles of the Constitution
The constitution consists of some primary principles. Briefly explain the following principles and their significance in shaping American government.
• Self-Government:
• Separation of Powers:
• Checks and Balances:
Part II: Balance of Power
In the space below, write an analysis of approximately 250 words on how the system of checks and balances in the federal government helps to limit the concentration of power.
• Cite specific examples.
• Defend your rationale.
• Utilize the required readings, academic websites, and the GCU Library as resources for this assignment.
Part III: The Three Branches of the Federal Government
Answer the following questions. Each response should be 150-200 words.
1. What are the duties and responsibilities of each branch of the federal government?
Legislative:
Judicial:
Executive:
2. Describe how these three branches are supposed to interact.
3. How effectively do you feel the three branches interact with each other today?
POS301 Arizona And Federal Government
Week 4 Assignment
Electoral College Essay
Write an essay of 750-1,000 words in which you:
1. Describe the structure and function of the electoral college.
How and when was it created in the U.S.?
Why was it created, and by whom?
2. Compare the electoral college to a popular vote approach for elections.
How does the electoral college system operate/function?
What are consequences of using an electoral college system versus a popular vote? Use the 2000 and 2016 presidential elections as examples.
3. Assess the value of an individual citizen’s vote under the electoral college system.
Why does the U.S. still use the electoral college for presidential elections today?
Utilize the required readings, academic websites, and the GCU Library as resources for this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
POS301 Arizona And Federal Government
Week 7 Assignment
Analyzing Tax Worksheet
Former Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall once stated, “The power to tax is the power to destroy.” The power to tax, the principle of taxation, and the effect taxes have on citizens has existed since the inception of America itself. However, much of it is misunderstood.
Use the sample property tax bill, pay stub, utility bill, and sales tax receipt provided below to complete the Analyzing Tax Worksheet.
Sample Pay Stub
Sample Sales Receipt
Sample Utility Bill
Sample Property Tax Statement
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POS-301: Analyzing Tax Worksheet
Complete all five parts of the worksheet.
Part One: Income Tax
Use the sample paystub providedto fill in the table below.
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