Welcome to U.S. Citizenship on the Go
Topic outline
Lesson 1: The Colonial Period and Independence
These two lessons are about American history from the Colonial Period to Independence.
Lesson 2: Principles of American Democracy
This lesson explains the principles of American democracy. Understanding the principles of American government can help you better understand the American political process.
Lesson 3: 1800 through the Civil War
This lesson is about American history from the end of the Revolutionary War through the Civil War.
Lesson 4: Civil Rights
This lesson explains the history of the civil rights movements in America.
Lesson 5: International Wars
This lesson explains the more important international wars fought by the United States in the 1800s and 1900s.
Lesson 6: Rights and Responsibilities
This lesson explains your rights and responsibilities as an American citizen. Understanding your rights and civic responsibilities will allow you to better participate in American society and its political process.
Lesson 7: Legislative Branch
This lesson explains the structure and function of the first branch of American government, the legislative branch.
Lesson 8: Executive Branch
This lesson explains the structure and function of the second branch of American government, the executive branch.
Lesson 9: Judicial Branch
This lesson explains the structure and function of the third branch of American government, the judicial branch.
Lesson 10: State and Local Government
This lesson explains the structure and function of state and local government in the United States.
Lesson 11: Geography, Symbols, and Holidays
This lesson explains some American geography and many of the more important symbols and holidays in the United States.
Course Wrap-up
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