Branches of Government
Types of Government
Definitions
Washington Trivia (not on the quiz)
100

How many Branches of Government do we have?

Three!

100

What is our state capitol?

Olympia

100

The two main political parties in the United States?

Democrat and Republican

100
What is the biggest city in Washington State?

Seattle

200

This branch creates laws.

Legislative Branch

200

This government makes laws and provide services to people within counties, cities and towns.

Ex: Roads, parks, schools.

Local Government


200

Write the Words: An organization that shares a set of values and beliefs.

Political Party

200

How many times have the Seahawks WON the superbowl?

Two Times! (2014 and 2026)

300

This branch approves, disapproves, and enforces laws.

Executive Branch 

300

This government deals with issues that affect our whole nation.

Ex: The military and relations with other countries.

National/Federal Government

300

Write the word: the division of responsibility between state governments and our national government.

Federalism

300

What was the name of Seattle's NBA Team? (that will hopefully return!)

Seattle SuperSonics

(or just Sonics!)

400

This branch reviews the laws, if they are being followed, and if they are constitutional.

Judicial Branch

400

This government deals with issues that affect the people of their state or territory.

State Government

400

Fill in the blank: Rule of _____. This means that our government is guided by law, not one person.

Rule of LAW
400

What is Washington State's nickname?

Hint: it is on our license plates!

The Evergreen State

500

What is sometimes known as the "fourth branch" or the "fourth estate" of government?

The Media

500

This government governs the native people who live on reservations.

Ex: Tulalip Reservation, Snoqualmie Reservation

Tribal Government

500

Fill in the blank: ________ Rule is the idea that the ultimate power in a democracy is vested in the people.

MAJORITY Rule
500

What is the official sport of Washington State?

Pickleball!