Branches of Government
How many branches (departments) of government are there in the United States?
There are three branches of government. The Legislative branch makes the laws, the Executive branch enforces the laws, and the Judicial Branch interprets the laws.
Name one right that all U.S. citizens have.
Right to vote, freedom of speech, freedom of religion (any one)
What is the capital city of Florida?
Tallahassee
What do the stars on the flag stand for?
The 50 states of the United States.
Who is the executive leader of a city or town?
The Mayor
Which branch of government makes the laws? Legislative, Executive, or Judicial?
Legislative Branch
What is a responsibility of citizens?
Voting, obeying laws, serving on a jury (any one)
Who serves as the executive leader of the state of Florida?
the governor
Which U.S. holiday celebrates American independence from Britain and the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776?
July 4th, Independence Day
Name one service your local government provides.
Police, fire department, schools, trash collection (any one)
Who is the national leader of the Executive Branch?
The President
What is the age requirement to vote in elections?
18 years old
What ocean is Florida next to?
Atlantic Ocean (and also the Gulf of Mexico)
What is the Statue of Liberty a symbol of?
Freedom and welcome to immigrants.
Why do communities have rules?
To keep people safe and help things run smoothly.
Which branch of government interprets the laws? Legislative, Executive, or Judicial?
The Judicial Branch
What does it mean to be a citizen?
Being a legally recognized member of a country with rights and responsibilities.
Name one famous place to visit in Florida.
Disney World, Everglades, Miami Beach (any one)
Which holiday celebrates all who have served in the U.S. military?
Veterans Day
Why is it important to vote in local elections?
To choose leaders who make decisions for the community
How many houses are in the U.S. Congress?
Two (the Senate and the House of Representatives)
What is the term used to describe the process in which a person goes through to become a U.S. Citizen if they are originally from another country.
The naturalization process
What colors are on the Florida state flag?
Red, white, and gold
What do the 13 stripes on the flag represent?
The 13 original colonies
How do schools receive funding and resources from the local government?
Through taxes