Social Studies Review - 2nd Grade

Who is an elected leader that represents your community?

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Which is an important reason to stay informed about community issues?

• To play games

• to actively participate

• to tell the neighbors

• to learn new hobbies

What are some ways that you can show good citizenship in the community?

Select TWO correct answers.

• Talking when its not your turn

• Ignoring your neighbors

• Helping to carry groceries

• Playing video games

• Helping to clean up a park.

Mayors, governors, and presidents are —

• appointed by the government

• elected leaders

• selected by judges

• elected for ten years.

One important reason we have governments is to

• build parks

• make laws

• cook food

• Keep us safe

To elect a public official, citizens vote for a _______________.

• Player

• Candidate

• Dentist

• Teacher

Which holiday is celebrated to remember the day the United States obtained its freedom?

• Memorial Day

• Labor Day

• President Day

• Independence Day

What is a function of the government?

• To make sure everyone has a house

• To ensure leaders have followers

• To have people in the community

• To provide services for the community

Select the image that shows an example of good citizenship.

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Which sentences support the idea that Americans celebrate freedom?

• People value individualism

• Independence day is celebrated with fireworks and parades.

• Memorial day is another important celebration

• America honors the soldiers who fought for the country's freedom.