Why is there a need for separation of powers?

So that no one branch or level can have all of the power.

Which sentence describes direct democracy?

Every citizen has the opportunity to vote on every issue.

How are checks and balances used between the president and Congress?

The president can veto a law sent by Congress.

Which sentence describes a representative democracy?

Citizens vote on behalf of others in government.

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Our Democratic Heritage (Georgia 3rd Grade - Branches of Government - Ancient Greece)

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Our Democratic Heritage Unit Georgia Performance Standards - Ancient Greek Influence - Branches of Government - Government Services

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1
Which of the following is an influence of architecture from Ancient Greece?
artistically designed ceilings
decorated windows
detailed columns
elaborate doors
2
Is the service in the photo paid for by taxes?
No
Yes
3
Where can you find a representative democracy?
China
United States
Ancient Greece
North Korea
4
Why is there a need for separation of powers?
So that no one branch or level can have all of the power.
So the Supreme Court Justices can serve a life term.
So the president can have them ost power.
So that Congress can veto the president.
5
The Supreme Court is part of which branch of government?
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Gryffindor Branch
6
What is the responsibility of the executive branch?
to enforce the laws
to change the laws
to make sure laws are fair
to create laws
7
What is one thing that the ancient Olympic games and the current games have in common?
peace is promoted
women are not allowed
columns
democracy
8
Which sentence describes direct democracy?
You cannot have a felony.
Citizens represent people in government.
Washington, D.C., United States
Every citizen has the opportunity to vote on every issue.
9
Is the service in the photo paid for by taxes?
No
Yes
10
Is the service in the photo paid for by taxes?
No
Yes
11
What is the name of this building?
The White House
The Supreme Court Building
Centennial Academy
The Capitol Building
12
Is the service in the photo paid for by taxes?
Yes
No
13
Is the service in the photo paid for by taxes?
No
Yes
14
The Parthenon in Greece and the U.S. Supreme Court building have what in common?
Both were designed to honor gods.
Both were sports arenas.
Architecture
Archeology
15
Who is the head of the executive branch at the local level?
Mayor
President
Governor
City Commissioners
16
Who decides if laws are fair at the national level?
The President
Congress
Supreme Court
Senate
17
How are checks and balances used between the president and Congress?
The president can fire members of Congress.
The governor can veto the president.
The Supreme Court can override Congress.
The president can veto a law sent by Congress.
18
Where did democracy begin first?
Athens, Georgia
Athens, Greece
Atlanta, Georgia
Washington, D.C.
19
Who creates laws at the state level?
Governor
Congress
General Assembly
State Supreme Court
20
Which sentence describes a representative democracy?
Citizens vote on behalf of others in government.
People in Athens would vote on every issue and leaders.
Everyone is allowed to vote on every issue.
Citizens vote on all issues and leaders directly.
21
What does the word democracy mean?
some power
people power
one person has power
no power

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