Role in Our Government

Democrats and Republicans are the two major ____________________ of the United States.

• branches

• government agencies

• political parties

• groups

The laws of the United States make sure that people

• do what the president says

• can do what ever they want to

• have different rights than others

• are treated equally under the law

Why do we have rules and laws?

• to protect us from other people

• to protect us from hurting ourselves

• to prevent business from hurting us

• all of the above

Laws that benefit, or are good for all citizens are called

• good laws.

• national laws.

• common good laws.

• Constitutional laws.

People participate in government by

• working in stores.

• voting in an election.

• doing chores.

• being polite to others.

Students can show patriotism by

• going to school.

• watching television.

• reading newspapers.

• saying the Pledge of Allegiance.

Which of the following is NOT an example of showing civility?

• listening to others

• apologizing to others

• being rude to others

• smiling at others

Why are laws created?

• to protect people from other people

• to tell businesses how to do certain jobs

• to prevent people from hurting themselves

• all of the above

What is the job of a judge in the United States?

• to interpret laws

• to create new laws

• to enforce the laws

• to treat people differently

Which of these is an example of participation in government?

• voting in elections

• being respectful of others

• celebrating national holidays

• learning the 27 amendments