2. identify factors which have contributed to America's cultural pluralism, including historical, racial, ethnic, religious, and linguistic backgrounds of this nation's people. 4. read maps, charts, or graphs to draw conclusions regarding natural resources and topography of the U.S. and the world. 5. understand that geographic locations affect the political and economic systems of the world. Individuals and households exchange their resources for the income they need to buy goods and services. Markets allocate goods and services.
Competition affects markets.
Local, state, and national governments play important roles in a market economy. 8. distinguish the constitutional relationship among the several levels of government regarding reserved powers, delegated powers, concurrent powers, elastic clause, and powers denied the government. 9. understand and apply the principles of separation of powers and checks and balances. 10. compare and contrast the U.S. representative democracy with other types of governments around the world. 13. understand the roles of political parties in a democratic process.