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Civics & Communities

Grade 1 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-1MS2WML-LFLY

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1.

Explain “citizen” in your own words.

2.

Explain “vote” in your own words.

3.

Explain “community” in your own words.

4.

Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.

5.

Explain “rule” in your own words.

6.

Explain “mayor” in your own words.

7.

Explain “public service” in your own words.

8.

Explain “constitution” in your own words.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Explain “citizen” in your own words.a legal member of a country or community
  2. Explain “vote” in your own words.a formal expression of a choice
  3. Explain “community” in your own words.people living or working together in an area
  4. Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
  5. Explain “rule” in your own words.an agreed guide for behavior
  6. Explain “mayor” in your own words.an elected leader of many city governments
  7. Explain “public service” in your own words.a service provided for a community
  8. Explain “constitution” in your own words.a framework of basic government principles and powers

Worked example

Identify the level of government, the decision-making process, and the rights or responsibilities involved.

Common mistake

Assuming every public decision is made by the same branch or level.

Helpful hint

Ask who has authority for this issue.