Chapter 29 - The United States Government
This type of government is often the largest political subdivision within the state and is responsible for locally administering state laws and collecting taxes.
County government
One major difference between county governments and municipal governments is:
County governments do not have the power to create laws; municipal governments can create their own laws.
Which definition summarizes the meaning of 'government'?
Government is the authority that sets rules for a society and helps its members relate to one another and to others.
One of the functions of the United States government listed in the preamble of the Constitution is _____.
'to promote the general welfare'
Which of the following is NOT a function of the judicial branch?
Approving treaties signed by the President.
How does the presence of the Vice President impact the functioning of the Senate?
It is part of the system of checks and balances, although he can only vote in case of a tie.
Which of the following BEST describes a function of local government?
Local governments are responsible for organizing and running entities such as law enforcement, libraries, parks and city utilities.
The U.S. Supreme Court was called upon to examine whether a law enacted by Congress regarding gun control breaches the Second Amendment. What grants the Supreme Court with the power to determine constitutionality in such a case?
Marbury v. Madison
Ryan is an important government official working in the legislative branch. His duties include creating state legislation that can become state law, approving the state budget, and initiating tax legislation. How are Ryan's duties related to the duties of an official in the executive branch?
Officials in the executive branch are responsible for executing the laws that are created by the officials in the legislative branch.
All of the following governmental departments are part of a municipality EXCEPT:
Tax assessor
Which of the following statements is true?
The U.S. government maintains the postal service, educational system, roads, and public utilities.
Which of the following statements defines a government?
The steering mechanism for a given society' 'The group primarily responsible for making public policy for an entire society' -All of the answers are correct. 'The group of people who control and make decisions for a country, state, etc.'
Which of the following is a characteristic of state constitutions?
They are regularly replaced and amended.
How can the Senate and Congress maintain their role as a check in regards to the executive branch?
They have the possibility of impeachment and approving presidential nominations for federal office.
Why is it important for state governments to work well with the federal government?
To ensure the success of large public works projects that benefit all states.
During class, John said that the state's Supreme Court is comprised of public officials holding high ranking state positions, including the governor. Instead of the state's Supreme Court, John probably meant the _____ branch.
executive
The U.S. government plays a large role in the country because its functions greatly affect citizens' _____.
human rights daily lives - All of the answers are correct. economic activities
The _____ branch of state government includes the entire state court system.
judicial
A law, rule or regulation made and enforced by a city government is known as a _____.
municipal ordinance
A presidential nominee is talking about how he will completely reform the U.S. He has stated that he will propose a federal budget which will decrease the deficit by 50% in the next year, and that he will encourage a constructive relationship with China. He further states that he will recommend a law to increase pensions by 30%, and that he will retire all of the Supreme Court Justices and name new ones. Why are his remarks unconstitutional?
Because he cannot retire the Supreme Court Justices.
