Social Studies

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What are the three branches of the United States Government?

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judicial, legislative, and executive

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Describe why and how the government raises money to pay for its services.

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taxes pay take care of services firemen policemen roads relief country

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What are the three levels of government in the United States?

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federal, state, and local

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A justice for the Supreme Court is nominated by?

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the president and voted on by senators

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The purpose of the United States government is to:

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protect citizens' rights and promote the common good

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Rule of law means __________.

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everyone must obey the same laws

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Common good is when __________.

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people think about what is best for everyone

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The document that protects individual rights in the United States is called:

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the Bill of Rights

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Three natural rights that cannot be taken away are:

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life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

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Examples of civil rights include: life and liberty, pursuit of happiness and property, voting and fair trial by jury, lower taxes and promotions

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voting and fair trial by jury