Vocabulary
What does ideal mean?
Value
Who is part of the Judicial Branch of the government?
The Supreme Court
Who is part of/runs the federal governement?
President, Congress, Supreme Court
What does the US Constitution represent?
The ideals of the American people
The executive branch of government is what level of government?
Federal
What does federal mean?
National
What branch of government enforces the laws?
Executive Branch
Who is part of/runs the state government?
Governor
Why is July 4 an important date for America?
Symbolizes our freedom
How many senators does each state have?
2
What is a census?
A count of the population
What does the legislative branch do?
Make the laws
Who is part of/runs the local government?
Mayor, school board, city council
The Capitol Building is an important ____________________ in our country.
Landmark
How many representatives does each state have?
It is different, based on the number of people in each state
What is a charter?
a legal document that describes the power of the local government
Why are there three branches of government?
To make sure that one branch does not have all the power; checks and balances
Where does local government get money to pay for services? (3 anwsers)
property tax, service fees, sales tax
What does an eagle symbolize in the United States?
Strength of American people
Who is in charge of printing money, making coins, and trade in between countries.
The federal government
What is a landmark?
an important building, monument or place that has great meaning to people
What branch is in charge of the military?
Executive
What is the state government in charge of? (2 answers)
decides the rules for voting, keeps up state highways
What does the Statue of Liberty represent?
The US welcomed millions of immigrants to this country
What is the local government in charge of? (2 answers)
in charge of fire and police departments, paving neighborhood roads