Three Branches
This branch makes laws.
Legislative Branch
A good citizen follows these.
laws/rules
Juneteenth is celebrated on this date each year.
June 19
The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of this country.
United States
Citizens have the right to express their opinions. This is called freedom of
speech
This branch includes the President and carries out laws.
Executive Branch
Helping a neighbor or volunteering is an example of this.
community service
Juneteenth celebrates the end of this terrible institution in the United States.
slavery
There are this many branches of government.
Three
One responsibility of citizens is to stay informed about issues and government.
informed/educated
This branch decides if laws follow the Constitution.
Judicial Branch
Listening when others speak and treating people fairly shows this.
respect
The news of freedom reached enslaved people in this state on Juneteenth.
Texas
The Statue of Liberty was a gift from this country.
France
Adult citizens can participate in democracy by doing this during elections.
voting
The Legislative Branch is made up of these two parts.
Senate and the House of Representatives
Picking up litter helps improve this.
environment/community
Juneteenth became a U.S. federal holiday in this year.
2021
The first three words of the Constitution are these
We the People
Citizens should obey these to help keep communities safe and fair.
laws
This system prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.
checks and balances
A good citizen takes responsibility for their actions and shows this quality.
responsibility
Juneteenth is important because it celebrates freedom, equality, and this American ideal.
What are civil rights/human rights
This famous document begins with "We hold these truths to be self-evident...
Declaration of Independence
Serving on this group may be a civic duty for adults.
jury