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Government Branches Worksheet
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Government Branches Worksheet
🏛️ Part 1: Identifying the Branches
1. How many branches of government does New Zealand have?
Two
Three
Four
Five
2. Which of these are the three branches of New Zealand's government? (Tick all correct answers)
Executive
Educational
Legislative
Judicial
Military
3. Fill in the blanks with the correct branch names:
The _____________ branch makes the laws.
The _____________ branch carries out and enforces the laws.
The _____________ branch interprets the laws and makes sure they are fair.
🔗 Part 2: Matching Functions
4. Draw lines to match each branch with its main function:
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Makes decisions in court cases
Creates and passes new laws
Runs government departments
5. Which branch does the Prime Minister belong to?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
6. Parliament is part of which branch?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
💭 Part 3: Thinking and Reflection
7. Why do you think it's important to have three separate branches of government instead of just one? Write 2-3 sentences.
8. Think about your poster project. Write one interesting fact you learned about your group's branch:
9. Discussion Question: With a partner, discuss: How do the three branches work together to help New Zealand? Write down one idea from your discussion:
10. Reflection: Which branch of government would you most like to work in when you're older, and why?
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