Civics and Social Studies Worksheet

Why do communities create rules and laws?

• To give everyone the same job

• To keep people safe and organized

• To make people believe the same thing

• To follow only the president’s ideas

What is an amendment to the Constitution?

• A story about the president’s life

• A change or addition that protects people’s rights

• A rule that only children must follow

• A list of community jobs

Which student is showing responsibility?

• James finishes his homework before playing outside

• Sarah forgets to bring her library book back

• Marcus throws his trash on the playground

• Nina talks while the teacher is speaking

A law says everyone must stop at a red light. This is an example of…

• A goal

• A value

• A rule

• A law

A town where people live, work, go to school, and play is called a…

• Continent

• Community

• Capitol

• Palace

Why does the government collect taxes from citizens?

• To buy families new clothes

• To pay for schools, roads, and parks

• To make vacations cheaper

• To pay teachers’ grocery bills

Ryan eats tacos, celebrates Chinese New Year, and plays reggae music. What does this show?

• He helps with recycling

• He works at a library

• He enjoys cultural diversity

• He serves on a jury

Which are responsibilities of a citizen?

• Voting in elections

• Obeying laws

• Paying taxes

• Serving on a jury

• Going shopping

A photo shows people celebrating Cinco de Mayo, Diwali, and Hanukkah. This shows different…

• Governments

• Volunteers

• Cultural traditions

• Jobs

Liam borrows Mia’s book. What is the responsible thing for him to do?

• Keep it safe and return it when finished

• Rip out a page and share it

• Lend it to another friend without asking

• Keep it forever