Kindergarten · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Civics & Communities worksheet - version 17
Kindergarten civics & communities practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Civics & Communities
Kindergarten · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1JN2406-BAYB
1.Explain “vote” in your own words.
2.Explain “constitution” in your own words.
3.Explain “legislative branch” in your own words.
4.Explain “public service” in your own words.
5.Explain “executive branch” in your own words.
6.Explain “law” in your own words.
7.Explain “mayor” in your own words.
8.Explain “citizen” 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 “vote” in your own words.a formal expression of a choice
- 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 “public service” in your own words.a service provided for a community
- Explain “executive branch” in your own words.the branch that carries out laws
- 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 “citizen” in your own words.a legal member of a country or community
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.