Grade 2 · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 11
Grade 2 civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1W7BU3E-1TIX
1.Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.
2.Explain “law” in your own words.
3.Explain “mayor” in your own words.
4.Explain “federalism” in your own words.
5.Explain “separation of powers” in your own words.
6.Explain “constitution” in your own words.
7.Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
8.Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.
Answers and teaching notes
Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.
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- Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.powers each branch uses to limit the others
- Explain “law” in your own words.a rule established and enforced by government
- Explain “mayor” in your own words.an elected leader of many city governments
- Explain “federalism” in your own words.sharing power between national and state governments
- Explain “separation of powers” in your own words.division of authority among branches
- Explain “constitution” in your own words.a framework of basic government principles and powers
- Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
- Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.the branch that interprets laws
Worked example
Identify the level of government, the decision-making process, and the rights or responsibilities involved.
Common mistake
Assuming every public decision is made by the same branch or level.
Helpful hint
Ask who has authority for this issue.