Unit 5: Government Study Guide - SOL 3.9

Fill in the blank: A change or addition to the U.S. Constitution is called an _________.

Fill in the blank: A part of the government with a specific job; there are three branches in the U.S. government. This is called a ________ (of government).

Fill in the blank: A system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful is called ________ and ________.

Fill in the blank: A person who belongs to a country and has rights and responsibilities is called a ________.

Fill in the blank: A set of rules that explains how the government works and protects citizens' rights is called a ________.

Fill in the blank: A type of government where people have a say in decisions by voting is called a ________.

Fill in the blank: A process where citizens vote to choose leaders or make decisions is called an ________.

Fill in the blank: The part of the government that enforces laws; led by the president, governor, or mayor is called the ________ branch.

Fill in the blank: A part of the Constitution that protects freedoms like speech, religion, and assembly is called the ________ ________.

Fill in the blank: A group of people who make and enforce laws, provide services, and keep order is called the ________.