Virginia State Standards for Social Studies: Grade 7

VA.CE.1.a. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to examine and interpret primary and secondary source documents. 29
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VA.CE.1.b. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to create and explain maps, diagrams, tables, charts, graphs, and spreadsheets. 30
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VA.CE.1.c. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to analyze political cartoons, political advertisements, pictures, and other graphic media. 11
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VA.CE.1.d. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information. 3
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VA.CE.1.e. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to review information for accuracy, separating fact from opinion. 3
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VA.CE.1.f. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to identify a problem and recommend solutions. 3
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VA.CE.1.g. Civics and Economics: The student will develop the social studies skills citizenship requires, including the ability to select and defend positions in writing, discussion, and debate. 35
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VA.CE.2.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of American constitutional government by explaining the fundamental principles of consent of the governed, limited government, rule of law, democracy, and representative government. 24
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VA.CE.2.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of American constitutional government by explaining the significance of the charters of the Virginia Company of London, the Virginia Declaration of Rights, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and the Constitution of the United States, including the Bill of Rights. 12
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VA.CE.2.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of American constitutional government by identifying the purposes for the Constitution of the United States as they are stated in its Preamble. 8
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VA.CE.3.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens by describing the processes by which an individual becomes a citizen of the United States. 9
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VA.CE.3.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens by describing the First Amendment freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition, and the rights guaranteed by due process and equal protection of the laws. 10
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VA.CE.3.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens by describing the duties of citizenship, including obeying the laws, paying taxes, defending the nation, and serving in court. 11
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VA.CE.3.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens by examining the responsibilities of citizenship, including registering and voting, communicating with government officials, participating in political campaigns, keeping informed about current issues, and respecting differing opinions in a diverse society. 24
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VA.CE.3.e. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens by evaluating how civic and social duties address community needs and serve the public good. 10
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VA.CE.4.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life by practicing trustworthiness and honesty. 3
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VA.CE.4.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life by practicing courtesy and respect for the rights of others. 4
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VA.CE.4.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life by practicing responsibility, accountability, and self-reliance. 6
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VA.CE.4.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life by practicing respect for the law. 11
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VA.CE.4.e. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life by practicing patriotism. 5
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VA.CE.5.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by describing the functions of political parties. 7
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VA.CE.5.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by comparing the similarities and differences of political parties. 7
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VA.CE.5.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by analyzing campaigns for elective office, with emphasis on the role of the media. 7
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VA.CE.5.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by examining the role of campaign contributions and costs. 7
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VA.CE.5.e. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by describing voter registration and participation. 11
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VA.CE.5.f. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the political process at the local, state, and national levels of government by describing the role of the Electoral College in the election of the President and Vice President. 4
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VA.CE.6.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the American constitutional government by explaining the relationship of state governments to the national government in the federal system. 6
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VA.CE.6.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the American constitutional government by describing the structure and powers of local, state, and national governments. 18
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VA.CE.6.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the American constitutional government by explaining the principle of separation of powers and the operation of checks and balances. 20
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VA.CE.6.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the American constitutional government by identifying the procedures for amending the Constitution of the United States. 10
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VA.CE.7.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how public policy is made at the local, state, and national levels of government by explaining the lawmaking process. 8
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VA.CE.7.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how public policy is made at the local, state, and national levels of government by describing the roles and powers of the executive branch. 4
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VA.CE.7.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how public policy is made at the local, state, and national levels of government by examining the impact of the media on public opinion and public policy. 16
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VA.CE.7.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how public policy is made at the local, state, and national levels of government by describing how individuals and interest groups influence public policy. 2
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VA.CE.8.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the judicial systems established by the Constitution of Virginia and the Constitution of the United States by describing the organization and jurisdiction of federal and state courts. 11
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VA.CE.8.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the judicial systems established by the Constitution of Virginia and the Constitution of the United States by describing the exercise of judicial review. 10
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VA.CE.8.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the judicial systems established by the Constitution of Virginia and the Constitution of the United States by explaining court proceedings in civil and criminal cases. 21
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VA.CE.8.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the judicial systems established by the Constitution of Virginia and the Constitution of the United States by explaining how due process protections seek to ensure justice. 14
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VA.CE.9.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how economic decisions are made in the marketplace by applying the concepts of scarcity, resources, choice, opportunity cost, price, incentives, supply and demand, production, and consumption. 10
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VA.CE.9.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how economic decisions are made in the marketplace by comparing the differences among free market, command, and mixed economies. 6
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VA.CE.9.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of how economic decisions are made in the marketplace by describing the characteristics of the United States economy, including free markets, private property, profit, and competition. 4
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VA.CE.10.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the structure and operation of the United States economy by describing the types of business organizations and the role of entrepreneurship. 21
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VA.CE.10.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the structure and operation of the United States economy by explaining the circular flow that shows how consumers (households), businesses (producers), and markets interact. 4
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VA.CE.10.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the structure and operation of the United States economy by explaining how financial institutions encourage saving and investing. 6
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VA.CE.10.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the structure and operation of the United States economy by examining the relationship of Virginia and the United States to the global economy, with emphasis on the impact of technological innovations. 3
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VA.CE.11.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the United States economy by examining competition in the marketplace. 15
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VA.CE.11.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the United States economy by explaining the creation of public goods and services. 15
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VA.CE.11.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the United States economy by describing the impact of taxation, including an understanding of the reasons for the 16th amendment, spending, and borrowing. 1
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VA.CE.11.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the United States economy by explaining how the Federal Reserve System regulates the money supply. 7
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VA.CE.11.e. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the role of government in the United States economy by describing the protection of consumer rights and property rights. 15
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VA.CE.12.a. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities by identifying talents, interests, and aspirations that influence career choice. 18
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VA.CE.12.b. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities by identifying attitudes and behaviors that strengthen the individual work ethic and promote career success. 18
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VA.CE.12.c. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities by identifying skills and education that careers require. 18
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VA.CE.12.d. Civics and Economics: The student will demonstrate knowledge of career opportunities by examining the impact of technological change on career opportunities. 18
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