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Part 3
China

Goals and Objectives

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Learn to describe the three branches of government in China and
their functions and to compare how the three branches function in
a communist regime with how they fianction in other systems.
Inspire in students an appreciation for governing systems very
much like our own to inspire cooperation with China.

Act by demonstrating an understanding of the three branches of
government and by comparing those of the United States and China.

Skills and Knowledge

1. Students will describe the three branches of government in China
and their functions and compare how the three branches function
in a communist regime with how they function in other systems.

2. Students will identify key points in Chinese history, particularly
those that pertain to the creation of the modern governing structure.

3. Students will evaluate key differences between the three branches as
they operate in China.

4. Students will compare dissimilar systems and highlight the key
differences.

5. Students will evaluate multiple systems for their respective opportu-
nities and challenges.

Overview

In this unit, students will examine the third case in the extended comparison

of governments: China.

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