Federal Elected Officials Graphic Organizer

What consitutional powers does the president have? How do members of Congress get into office? Invite middle school students to explore these questions and more with this federal elected officials graphic organizer! The federal government has authority over the entire United States and makes policies affecting the country. Voters pick many of these officials in federal elections.

In this civics and government worksheet, learners will investigate the federally elected offices of both the president and members of Congress, including the breadth of their powers, how they are elected, their term lengths, and electoral terms. As a bonus question, students can explore how the appointment of federal judges differs from the other federal offices they've learned about.

For a closer look at the federal government's three branches and how they differ, check out Checks and Balances: The Separation of Powers. Or to explore elected officials in more local settings, be sure to check out the State Elected Officials Graphic Organizer, the Municipal Elected Officials Graphic Organizer and the County Elected Officials Graphic Organizer.