Grade 5 · Social Studies · On Level
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 7
Grade 5 civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Grade 5 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-17P0R3M-E6H5
Explain “rule of law” in your own words.
Explain “legislative branch” 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 “separation of powers” in your own words.
Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.
Explain “public policy” 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 “rule of law” in your own words.the principle that everyone is subject to law
- Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
- 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 “separation of powers” in your own words.division of authority among branches
- Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.powers each branch uses to limit the others
- Explain “public policy” in your own words.a government plan or action addressing an issue
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.