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Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1ADF15J-1VE0

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1.Explain “citizen” in your own words.
2.Explain “public service” in your own words.
3.Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
4.Explain “vote” in your own words.
5.Explain “law” in your own words.
6.Explain “rule” in your own words.
7.Explain “executive branch” in your own words.
8.Explain “mayor” 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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  1. Explain “citizen” in your own words.a legal member of a country or community
  2. Explain “public service” in your own words.a service provided for a community
  3. Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.the branch that makes laws
  4. Explain “vote” in your own words.a formal expression of a choice
  5. Explain “law” in your own words.a rule established and enforced by government
  6. Explain “rule” in your own words.an agreed guide for behavior
  7. Explain “executive branch” in your own words.the branch that carries out laws
  8. Explain “mayor” in your own words.an elected leader of many city governments

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.