INTRODUCTION TO GOVERNMENT

Which statement best describes a similarity between voting in the US and in other democratic countries?

In some countries, citizens have the right to vote but choose not to.

Which statement best describes the two main functions of US government?

It creates laws and provides leadership.

Citizens would most likely state their views about issues affecting their community during

a city council meeting.

A country governed by a central party is best characterized as

communist.

State governments must follow which type of laws?

federal

A purpose of government in the United States is to

guarantee rights for its citizens.

The part of the US government that interprets laws is the

judicial branch.

The government provides a number of public safety services, including

law enforcement.

An example of a public safety service a government provides is

police officers.

What is the main reason voters choose political candidates?

to represent their interests in government