Vocabulary
What are people who live in a community called?
Citizens
The president is a part of what branch of government?
The Executive Branch
What is an example of something a good citizen would do for their community?
Pick up trash, ride their bike, help their neighbor
Veto
What is the set of rules that explains how the United States government works?
The Constitution
What is the branch of government that makes sure laws are carried out and followed?
The Executive Branch
Which level of government would make laws about where you can ride your bike or if you can use fireworks?
Local
What is it called when people are treated fairly and equally under law?
Justice
What is the branch of government that decides what the laws mean?
The Judicial Branch
Why do communities have governments?
To protect their citizens rights, responsibilities, and for safety
How does the government get money to pay for government services?
By collecting taxes
What kind of government allows their people to vote? (Hint: The United States has this type of government.)
A democracy
What is the branch of government that makes the laws?
The Legislative Branch
What is The House of Representatives and Senate called together?
Congress
What is a group of citizens who are chosen to decide a legal case called?
A jury
Why does why the Constitution separate the government of the United States into three branches?
It makes sure that no part of the government has more power than the others (Balance of Powers)
How are tribal governments different from state governments?
Tribal governments can govern themselves.