Understanding North Carolina Government

What are the three branches of government in North Carolina?

• Executive, Legislative, and Judicial

• Federal, State, and Local

• President, Congress, and Supreme Court

• City, County, and State

Who is responsible for making laws in North Carolina?

• The Governor

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The President

What is one responsibility of a citizen in North Carolina?

• To travel to other states

• To vote in elections

• To own a business

• To write new laws

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Local

What is one right that citizens have in North Carolina?

• The right to drive a car

• The right to free speech

• The right to own a pet

• The right to travel abroad

Who is the head of the Executive Branch in North Carolina?

• The Mayor

• The President

• The Governor

• The Chief Justice

What is the main function of local government in North Carolina?

• To declare war

• To manage schools and local roads

• To print money

• To make treaties with other countries

What is the purpose of voting in elections?

• To choose leaders and make decisions

• To earn money

• To travel to other countries

• To play games

What is civic engagement?

• Playing sports

• Participating in community activities

• Watching television

• Shopping at the mall

What document outlines the government structure in North Carolina?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The North Carolina Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Magna Carta