The Great State Lesson Plan | What Do State Governments Do | iCivics - Free Printable

1. The federal government has more than one branch of government (Executive, Legislative, Judicial), so this statement is false.
2. States are divided into districts, and citizens in each district elect a governor to head their district — this is false because governors are elected statewide, not by district.
3. A state’s executive branch includes many departments that handle thousands of small issues such as misdemeanors — this is true; the executive branch manages various state agencies and services.
4. States can afford to provide citizens with necessary services and do not usually need any financial help — this is false; states often rely on federal funding or grants for many services.
5. Local governments are independent and have the power to do anything they want to — this is false; local governments operate under state authority and must follow state and federal laws.

C. Licensed? Or Not?
- Real Estate Agent → Probably requires a license because… it involves legal transactions and property law.
- Event Planner → Probably does not require a license because… it’s a service-based role without strict legal or safety regulations.
- Office Manager → Probably does not require a license because… it’s an administrative role not regulated by state licensing boards.
- Cashier → Probably does not require a license because… it’s a retail position with no specialized training or public safety requirements.
- Veterinarian → Probably requires a license because… it involves medical care for animals and public health safety.
- Software Developer → Probably does not require a license because… there’s no universal licensing requirement for software development.
- Teacher → Probably requires a license because… educators must meet state certification standards to ensure quality instruction.
- Nail Technician → Probably requires a license because… it involves direct contact with clients’ bodies and hygiene/safety regulations.
- Massage Therapist → Probably requires a license because… it involves physical therapy and health regulations.
- Fire Technician → Probably requires a license because… it involves public safety and emergency response protocols.
- Mechanic → Probably requires a license because… some specialties (like automotive emissions or diesel) require certification for safety and environmental compliance.
- Hairdresser → Probably requires a license because… it involves personal grooming and health/sanitation standards.
- Private Investigator → Probably requires a license because… it involves legal and investigative activities regulated by state law.
- Electrician → Probably requires a license because… it involves public safety and adherence to building/electrical codes.
- Actor → Probably does not require a license because… performance arts are not regulated by licensing boards.
- HR Director → Probably does not require a license because… while certifications exist, they are not legally required to perform the job.
- Veterinarian → Already listed above.
- Software Developer → Already listed above.
- Teacher → Already listed above.
- Nail Technician → Already listed above.
- Massage Therapist → Already listed above.
- Fire Technician → Already listed above.
- Mechanic → Already listed above.
- Hairdresser → Already listed above.
- Private Investigator → Already listed above.
- Electrician → Already listed above.
- Actor → Already listed above.
- HR Director → Already listed above.