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Government & Citizenship

Kindergarten · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-M9TZH1-OQUC

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

Answers and teaching notes

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  1. Why separate government powers?To prevent one part from controlling all power
  2. What is a right?A freedom or protection people are entitled to
  3. What does a mayor generally lead?A city or town government
  4. Why collect taxes?To pay for shared public services
  5. What is a responsibility?A duty a person should fulfill
  6. Why have a community rule?To help people stay safe and work together
  7. What is a constitution for?To establish powers, limits, and rights
  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.