QUIZ 1: Introduction to Government

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

A city council meeting

Which form of government serves the interest of royal family members?

A monarchy

One responsibility of the government is to provide public works, which includes

Building bridges and roads

A country governed by a central party is best characterized as

Communist

What practice is not an effective way for people to influence government policies?

Engaging in informed debates with peers

State governments must follow which type of laws?

Federal

What's a similarity between voting in the U.S. and in other democratic countries?

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

What is the two main functions of the government?

It creates laws and provides leadership

How does the U.S. constitution affect the separation of powers in the federal government?

It divides government into three branches with separate powers

The part of the US government that interprets laws is the

Judicial branch

A public safety service the US government provides is

Police officers

To government provides a number of public welfare services, including

Public education

What does the U.S government help regulate?

The economy

What is the main reason voters choose political candidates?

To represent their interests in government