Gov't Basics
The book that outlines the laws in the United States
The Constitution
This person is the leader of the country, leads the military, and is a part of the executive branch
The President
These are things people must have to live, like food shelter.
Needs
What is a law?
A rule set by the government
This is what a country brings into the country
Import
This is the leader of a city or town government.
The Mayor
This branch makes laws.
The Legislative Branch
These are things people would like to have, but don’t need to survive.
Wants
Answers may vary (following laws, voting, etc.)
This is what a country sends out to other countries.
Export
This level of government is responsible for states.
State level government
This branch carries out the laws.
The executive branch
A person who buys goods or services is called this.
Consumer
This responsibility means treating other kindly and fairly, even when they are different from you.
Showing respect
Something made by people using resources, like a table or clothing.
Man-made resource/product
The federal government
This branch decides if laws are fair and are in keeping with the constitution.
The Judicial Branch
A person who makes goods or provides services is called this.
Producer
Helping your community or volunteering shows this.
Good Citizenship
Farmers fall into what job category.
Agriculture
The two parts of Congress.
The Senate and the House of Representatives
This is the system branches use to make sure no one branch is too powerful.
Checks and balances
Goods that come from nature, like wood, water, or plants.
Natural resources
Choosing leaders in an election is an example of this civic action
Voting
This is when people or countries give and get something in return.
Trade