Vocabulary Quiz for Fourth Graders

What is the meaning of the word "legislation"?

• A type of plant

• A law or set of laws made by a government

• A kind of animal

• A musical instrument

Which of the following is an example of "legislation"?

• A new song released by a band

• A new law passed by the government

• A recipe for a cake

• A painting in a museum

What are "amendments"?

• Changes or additions to a document

• Types of food

• Names of animals

• Parts of a car

Which of the following best describes an "amendment" to a law?

• Removing a law completely

• Adding a new section to improve the law

• Ignoring the law

• Writing a new book

What does "commitment" mean?

• A type of fruit

• A promise or firm decision to do something

• A kind of dance

• A piece of furniture

Which situation shows "commitment"?

• Changing your mind every day

• Sticking to your plan to practice piano every day

• Forgetting to do your homework

• Watching TV all day

What is a "compromise"?

• A type of game

• An agreement where each side gives up something

• A kind of food

• A type of weather

Which of the following is an example of a "compromise"?

• Both friends agree to share the last piece of cake

• One friend takes all the cake

• Both friends refuse to share

• Ignoring each other

What does "democracy" mean?

• A type of plant

• A system of government where people vote for their leaders

• A kind of animal

• A musical instrument

Which of the following best describes a "democracy"?

• A king makes all the decisions

• People vote to choose their leaders

• A single person rules without input

• Decisions are made by a small group without voting