Understanding Local Government Roles

Understanding Local Government Roles

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

2nd - 3rd Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

In this video, Justin welcomes viewers to the clubhouse and introduces the topic of local government by meeting the mayor, Mr. Jonathan Cooper. The mayor explains his role, responsibilities, and how he collaborates with various departments to ensure the town runs smoothly. A song about community helpers highlights the importance of different roles in the neighborhood. The mayor discusses ongoing projects and concludes with a light-hearted joke. The video aims to educate viewers about the functions of local government and the significance of community roles.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a mayor in a town or city?

To manage a local business

To teach at the local school

To lead the town or city

To organize community events

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a mayor chosen in a community?

By appointment from the governor

Through a community vote

By a lottery system

By inheritance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main responsibilities of the mayor as discussed in the video?

To write laws for the country

To ensure the town runs smoothly

To manage the local library

To coach the town's sports team

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which department is responsible for maintaining clean streets and collecting garbage?

The health department

The public works department

The finance department

The education department

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the public works department recently fix in the town?

A fallen tree

A broken traffic light

A burst underground water pipe

A damaged playground

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which community helpers are mentioned in the song?

Artists and musicians

Firefighters and police officers

Chefs and waiters

Athletes and coaches

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new features are being added to Woodland Park?

A cinema and shopping mall

A zoo and aquarium

Tennis courts and a snack stand

A new library and museum

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