Three Branches
What Level?
Map Skills
History
Other
100
Which branch of government makes the nation's laws and is divided into the House of Representatives and the Senate?
Legislative
100
What type of government is in charge of a city?
local
100
On what continent is Athens, Greece located?
Europe
100
What country did the United States model their government after?
Greece
100
Why was Washington, D.C. chosen as our nation's capital?
It had a central location.
200
What branch of government is the president in charge of?
Executive
200
Why does each state have its own government?
They have different problems.
200
The Prime Meridian is an example of a line of ________________________.
longitude
200
Where did democracy begin? (city and country)
Athens, Greece
200
How can citizens express their support of ideas?
by voting
300
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
300
Which is the smaller type of government, national or state?
state
300
The equator is an example of a line of __________________________.
latitude
300
Why are the Olympic games held every four years?
to represent spirit and competition
300
Why are many buildings in the United States modeled after buildings in ancient Greece?
They were a symbol of what is important to Americans.
400
Which branch of governement is where laws are interpreted and the Constitution is obeyed?
Judicial
400
Which level of government is the mayor of a town part of?
local
400
What are the four hemispheres?
eastern, western, southern, northern
400
In ancient Athens, Greece each person (white men who owned land) voted to make laws and rules. What kind of democracy is this?
direct democracy
400
In the United States the leaders in government are chosen by the people. What type of democracy is this?
representative democracy
500
Why can no branch of government become too strong or powerful?
separation of powers checks other branches
500
The General Assembly is part of which level of government?
state
500
In what directions do lines of latitude run?
east-west
500
What is the Constitution of the United States?
a document stating how our government should work
500
Who is the Commander in Chief of the United States Armed Forces?
the President
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