Presidents & Protection Open Response

This passage explains how presidents keep the country safe by overseeing agencies like the FBI, FEMA, and TSA. These agencies help enforce laws, respond to disasters, and protect people from threats. Examples include George W. Bush creating the Department of Homeland Security after 9/11 and presidents guiding responses to health crises like COVID-19. Federal agencies also affect daily life through safety rules and emergency responses. The passage highlights how presidential protection decisions shape citizens’ security.

Reading passages like this strengthens reading comprehension by connecting government roles to real-life safety. Students expand vocabulary with terms like “security,” “emergencies,” and “agencies.” It improves critical thinking as they analyze how leadership decisions impact safety. Exposure to structured nonfiction develops grammar knowledge. Finally, reading about safety responsibilities helps students see real-world applications of government decisions.