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SS Ch 8

Social Studies Ch 8 Study Guide

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True or False: A local government might collect a tax to pay for schools. True
True or False: The judicial branch of the national government decides what the laws mean. True
True or False: An ambassador is the leader of the city's government. False
What are two symbols of the United States? the bald eagle and the American flag
In what way does the United Nations help countries work together? The United Nations helps countries make treaties.
Who might take care of a state road? The state government
Taxes pay for ___________ city services.
Citizens vote on when to ___________ raise or lower taxes.
Who elects government leaders? Citizens elect representatives to speak for them.
Most communities have a local government that makes laws and provides services.
What does the executive branch of the government do? makes sure laws are followed.
The bald eagle represents freedom
Who has the power to stop a law? The President
The Washington Monument reminds people of Washington's courage and leadership.
Who is able to make new laws in state government? the lawmakers
The governor can stop new laws if he or she disagrees with them
The courts make up the third branch of government. They make sure laws follow the state and national constitutions.
The United States works with Mexico and Canada to make trade easier.
The United Nations works to protect human rights around the world.
The United Nations helps countries work together to make treaties
Nelson Mandela worked to gain equal rights for black South Africans.
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