CITIZENSHIP & PARTICIPATION

What kind of government does the U.S. have?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Aristocracy

In the U.S., the people elect representatives to make decisions for them in government.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is the purpose of government? (Select all that apply)

• Maintain order

• Promote general welfare of the people

• Protect the people

• Create laws

What are the 3 branches of the U.S. government?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Municipal

At what age can a citizen vote?

• 18

• 21

• 16

• 15

What is the role of the citizen in government? (Select all that apply)

• Voting

• Being informed

• Participating in the community

• Ignoring the government

It is important for citizens to be informed about politics and government.

• TRUE

• FALSE

How many supreme court justices are women?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 0

How does the U.S. attempt to keep the government from becoming oppressive?

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

At what age can citizens register to vote in the U.S.?

• 15

• 16

• 18

• 21