Kindergarten · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 18
Kindergarten civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Kindergarten · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1MOXQMV-BAYB
1.Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
2.Explain “public service” in your own words.
3.Explain “rule” in your own words.
4.Explain “executive branch” in your own words.
5.Explain “citizen” in your own words.
6.Explain “mayor” in your own words.
7.Explain “vote” in your own words.
8.Explain “community” 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.
Show answers for version 18
- Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
- Explain “public service” in your own words.a service provided for a community
- Explain “rule” in your own words.an agreed guide for behavior
- Explain “executive branch” in your own words.the branch that carries out laws
- Explain “citizen” in your own words.a legal member of a country or community
- Explain “mayor” in your own words.an elected leader of many city governments
- Explain “vote” in your own words.a formal expression of a choice
- Explain “community” in your own words.people living or working together in an area
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.