Check Stop

This passage focuses on examples of checks and balances in action throughout history. It describes Nixon’s Watergate scandal, the War Powers Act limiting presidential military power, and the case Marbury v. Madison. Each example shows how branches checked one another to prevent abuse of power. The passage highlights why these examples still matter today. It concludes that checks and balances ensure fairness and protect democracy.

Reading historical examples builds strong connections between history and reading comprehension. Vocabulary improves as students encounter government and legal terms. Critical thinking develops by analyzing cause-and-effect in real-world cases. Students also practice identifying evidence that supports main ideas. These skills all improve reading comprehension, fluency, and academic writing.