Grade 2 · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 13
Grade 2 civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1VNCMPG-1TIX
Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
Explain “constitution” in your own words.
Explain “separation of powers” in your own words.
Explain “executive branch” in your own words.
Explain “federalism” in your own words.
Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.
Explain “law” in your own words.
Explain “checks and balances” 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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- Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
- Explain “constitution” in your own words.a framework of basic government principles and powers
- Explain “separation of powers” in your own words.division of authority among branches
- Explain “executive branch” in your own words.the branch that carries out laws
- Explain “federalism” in your own words.sharing power between national and state governments
- Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.the branch that interprets laws
- Explain “law” in your own words.a rule established and enforced by government
- Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.powers each branch uses to limit the others
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.