Exploring Our Community and Culture

Who helps us when we are sick?

• Pets

• Friends

• Family members

• Healthcare professionals

What do we call the people who keep our streets safe?

• Firefighters

• Street cleaners

• Police officers

• Traffic wardens

What is the job of a teacher in our community?

• To manage school facilities and resources.

• To organize community events and activities.

• The job of a teacher is to educate and support students in their learning and development.

• To enforce discipline among students.

Who is in charge of making local laws?

• Federal government

• Judicial courts

• Local government bodies (e.g., city councils, county boards)

• State legislatures

What is one right we have as citizens?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to free healthcare

• The right to vote

• The right to a guaranteed job

What is one responsibility we have as citizens?

• Vote in elections

• Pay taxes

• Attend community meetings

• Serve on a jury

What do we celebrate during a holiday?

• Weather changes

• Significant events, traditions, or cultural practices.

• Gift exchanges

• Food and drinks

What is a tradition that your family has?

• Sunday family dinners

• Monthly game nights

• Annual family vacations

• Weekly movie nights

Who can help you if you lose your way?

• A map from the 1800s

• Local people, GPS, emergency services

• A smartphone without service

• A random stranger on the street

What is the name of the place where local leaders meet?

• Council

• Committee

• Assembly

• Forum