Three Levels of Government Worksheet for 2nd - 3rd Grade | Lesson ... - Free Printable

Let’s go step by step to answer each question based on the text provided.

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Question 1: What are the three levels of government?

From the first paragraph:
> “There are three different levels of government: local, state and federal.”

✔ So the answer is: local, state, and federal

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Question 2: What does the average person have the ability to influence?

From the second paragraph:
> “Local government is the level that is closest to the people. The mayor and city council are elected officials... Local government is in charge of setting and enforcing laws within a community...”

Also, from the last sentence of the whole passage:
> “Each level of government has specific rights and duties. Each level also has responsibility to protect the interests and safety of the people.”

But more directly — the text says local government is “closest to the people” and deals with things like schools, police, fire departments, parks, etc. — things that affect daily life.

The key phrase:
> “Local government is the level that is closest to the people.” → meaning regular people can influence it most easily (through voting, attending meetings, contacting officials).

So while all levels matter, the text implies local government is what the average person can most directly influence.

✔ Answer: local government

*(Note: Some might argue “all levels,” but the text emphasizes local as closest and most accessible to ordinary citizens.)*

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Question 3: Which level of government has the ability to print money?

From the fourth paragraph:
> “The federal government is in charge of printing and enforcing United States coins and paper currency.”

✔ Answer: federal government

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Question 4: Which level of government has a governor?

From the third paragraph:
> “State government is represented by a governor and representatives who handle business for the entire state.”

✔ Answer: state government

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Question 5: Which level of government is closest to the community?

From the second paragraph:
> “Local government is the level that is closest to the people.”

And again:
> “Local government is in charge of setting and enforcing laws within a community…”

✔ Answer: local government

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Final Answer:
1. local, state, and federal
2. local government
3. federal government
4. state government
5. local government