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SFE Government

Mrs. Smith's 5th Grade Government Assessment

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What is the branch of government that interprets laws and hears court cases? Judicial Branch
What branch of government does the President of the United States represent? Executive Branch
Which branch of government has a Congress that is made up of two houses? Legislative Branch
Congress is made up of which two parts? The House of Representatives & The Senate
What is the responsibility of the executive branch of government? To enforce the laws
What is the responsibility of the legislative branch of government? Writes laws
What is the highest court of the land called? The Supreme Court
What is the U.S. Constitution? a written plan of government
What is the Preamble to the Constitution? an introduction to the constitution?
Why was the Constitution written? to "keep the people free" by giving the citizens rights and freedoms; explains how our government works
Why are citizens supposed to pay taxes? so the government can use the money to pay for things the citizens need like police and fire departments, roads, bridges, libraries, public schools, etc.
Describe the Bill of Rights. The first 10 amendments to the U.S Constitution which outline the basic freedoms all citizens have
What does it mean for the U.S. to be a "representative democracy"? all citizens have an equal say in decisions that affect their lives; the citizens elect their leaders
What is the purpose of a "checks and balances" system within the three branches of government? To keep one branch from having too much power over another
What do the local, state, and federal governments all have in common? They all make laws, keep people safe, and provide services
In the Preamble, the phrase, "provide for the common defense" means _________________________. that the protection of the United States, its citizens, and property, is the responsibility of the federal government (Ex. United States Military Forces)
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