Understanding Our Government and Citizens

What are the three branches of the United States government?

• Executive, Legislative, and Judicial

• Executive, Legislative, and Administrative

• Legislative, Judicial, and Administrative

• Executive, Judicial, and Administrative

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Administrative

What is one role of government services?

• To make money for the government

• To provide entertainment

• To help citizens and maintain order

• To create new countries

Which of the following is a responsibility of a good citizen?

• Ignoring community issues

• Voting in elections

• Breaking laws

• Avoiding taxes

What is a characteristic of a good citizen?

• Selfishness

• Dishonesty

• Respect for others

• Laziness

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Administrative

What is one way citizens can participate in their government?

• By ignoring elections

• By voting

• By not paying taxes

• By breaking laws

Who is the head of the Executive branch in the United States?

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President

What is the main purpose of elections?

• To entertain people

• To choose leaders and make decisions

• To make laws

• To collect taxes

Which of the following is a government service?

• A private company

• A public school

• A shopping mall

• A restaurant