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7.1 Structures and Functions of Government Worksheet

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This Grade 7 Social Studies worksheet provides structured practice on 7.1 Structures and Functions of Government. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Structures and Functions of Government - Which choice best demonstrates this skill — Structures and Functions of Government — by asking students to explain the powers and limits of the three branches of government and describe federalism and how constitutions structure institutions at multiple levels.? (C3 D2.Civ.4.6-8, D2.Civ.5.6-8; EAD Theme 4)

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Social Studies

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

A state requires candidates for Congress to have lived in the state for ten years, even though the federal Constitution sets different qualifications.

Which statement is most accurate?

AThe state requirement is valid because states control all elections

BThe state requirement is invalid because states cannot add to federal constitutional qualifications for federal office

CThe requirement becomes valid if approved by the governor

DThe requirement is valid only for Senators, not Representatives

Solution & Explanation:The U.S. Constitution sets qualifications for federal offices; states generally cannot add extra requirements beyond those constitutional qualifications.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

Congress passes a law creating a private organization to enforce federal regulations, allowing it to issue binding penalties with no federal agency or court review.

Which constitutional concern is most direct?

APrivate groups can replace government whenever Congress wants

BStates must appoint the organization's leaders

CEnforcement and adjudication of penalties are governmental powers that require accountability to constitutional structures

DOnly local charters can authorize penalties

Solution & Explanation:Giving binding enforcement power to a private body without oversight undermines checks and balances and due process safeguards.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

A state constitution gives the legislature power to remove the state governor for 'bad management' by a simple majority vote. The governor challenges the removal in court.

Which institutional principle is most relevant?

AWhether Congress can remove the governor

BWhether the President can pardon the governor

CWhether the Supreme Court must approve state constitutions before adoption

DWhether the state constitution's removal method violates separation of powers within the state or due process protections

Solution & Explanation:State constitutions can design removal systems, but they must still respect structural limits and individual rights like fair procedures.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 7 Social Studies students. It aligns with educational standard SS.7.1 (Grade 7 social studies practice focused on structures and functions of government.).