U.S. Government Chapter 7

Why is the Federal Government illustrated as the top of the cake?

What are the three levels of government?

What is one responsibility of the federal government?

The federal government is responsible for laws that affect our _________.

• state
• country
• community

What is one responsibility of the state government?

The state government makes laws that are specific to each _______.

• state
• country
• community

What is one responsibility of the local government?

The local government makes laws that are specific to each ______.

• state
• country
• community

Which branch of government is responsible for making the laws?

• executive
• congressional
• judicial
• legislative

What impact does the Executive Branch have on our government?

• It ensures that laws are enforced.
• It allows the Vice President to make laws.
• It takes away freedoms at the state and local levels.
• It makes up a significant part of the postal system.