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Government & Citizenship

Kindergarten · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-FGQJ1I-9HP5

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1.Why have a community rule?
2.Why separate government powers?
3.What does a mayor generally lead?
4.What does a legislature do?
5.What is a constitution for?
6.What is a right?
7.What does voting let citizens do?
8.Who helps put out fires?

Answers and teaching notes

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  1. Why have a community rule?To help people stay safe and work together
  2. Why separate government powers?To prevent one part from controlling all power
  3. What does a mayor generally lead?A city or town government
  4. What does a legislature do?Makes laws
  5. What is a constitution for?To establish powers, limits, and rights
  6. What is a right?A freedom or protection people are entitled to
  7. What does voting let citizens do?Choose leaders or decide public questions
  8. Who helps put out fires?Firefighters

Worked example

Identify authority, decision processes, rights, and responsibilities.

Common mistake

Confusing a government level, branch, or civic role.

Helpful hint

Name the decision-maker first.