Government Major Grade Review

What is the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To create laws.

• To declare freedom from British rule.

• To establish the constitution.

• To tell citizens what to do.

Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

In what year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• 1775

• 1776

• 1781

• 1783

Which document outlines the framework for the United States government?

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Declaration of Independence

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid

True or False: The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of government?

• Excecutive

• Legislative

• Local

• Judicial

True or False: The Supreme Court is part of the Executive Branch of government.

• True

• False

What does the Constitution provide for its citizens?

• Only rights

• Only responsibilities

• Rights and Responisbilties

• None of the listed.

Who is the leader of the NATIONAL government?

• Mayor

• City Council

• Governor

• President

What are the 3 branches of government?

• Upper, middle and lower
• Congress, Senate, House
• Executive, Legislative and Judicial