Understanding U.S. Government Basics

What is the main purpose of the government in the United States?

• To make everyone rich

• To establish order and security

• To control all businesses

• To entertain people

What type of government does the United States have?

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Representative democracy

• Oligarchy

How many levels of government are there in the United States?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the written plan of government in the United States called?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Constitution

• The Magna Carta

Which branch of the national government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Military Branch

Who is in charge of the Executive Branch of the national government?

• The Senate

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

What is the role of the Judicial Branch?

• To make laws

• To enforce laws

• To decide if laws are fair

• To collect taxes

Who is the leader of the state government?

• The Mayor

• The Governor

• The President

• The Chief Justice

What is a law?

• A suggestion for behavior

• A rule set by the government that citizens must obey

• A personal opinion

• A historical document

What is one way citizens can participate in public life?

• Ignoring elections

• Staying informed

• Breaking laws

• Avoiding community events