American Government Fundamentals
This worksheet covers fundamental concepts of American Government for 7th graders, including branches of government, key documents, and citizen rights.
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American Government Fundamentals
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1. Which document established the United States as an independent nation and declared its separation from Great Britain?
The U.S. Constitution
The Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
2. Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
All of the above
3. The United States Capitol building is home to the branch of government.
4. The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution are known as the .
5. The President of the United States is part of the Legislative Branch.
True
False
6. Citizens have the right to free speech according to the First Amendment.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the concept of "separation of powers" in the U.S. government.
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