The Constitution & Citizenship
Vocabulary Worksheet
Read pp. 256-261 in your social studies text and then answer the questions below.
You may write your answers on this worksheet.
Part I - In the space below, list the three branches of the federal government and
state the primary purpose of that branch.
1.
2.
3.
Part II - Define each of the following terms.
delegated powers
reserved powers
concurrent powers
elastic clause
separation of powers
apportionment
census
impeach
veto
executive order
pardon
cabinet
majority party
cabinet
amendment
appeal
petition