Grade 5 · Social Studies · Building Confidence
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 1
Grade 5 civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Grade 5 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1RJZDPA-5B6X
1.Explain “executive branch” in your own words.
2.Explain “rule of law” in your own words.
3.Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
4.Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.
5.Explain “civic participation” in your own words.
6.Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.
7.Explain “due process” in your own words.
8.Explain “separation of powers” 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 “executive branch” in your own words.the branch that carries out laws
- Explain “rule of law” in your own words.the principle that everyone is subject to law
- Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
- Explain “judicial branch” in your own words.the branch that interprets laws
- Explain “civic participation” in your own words.taking part in community and government
- Explain “checks and balances” in your own words.powers each branch uses to limit the others
- Explain “due process” in your own words.fair legal procedures before government deprives rights
- Explain “separation of powers” in your own words.division of authority among branches
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.