Geography and Political Structures Flashcard

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What is the significance of having a government in a country?

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To organize and conduct actions

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Which of the following is NOT a reason for organizing into political structures?
To manage resources,
To increase population,
To conduct actions,
To maintain sovereignty

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To increase population

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What does the world map in the image represent?

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Independent countries

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What is one of the responsibilities under 'Provide Services'? Establish courts, Protect public safety, Develop public policy, Establish armed forces

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Protect public safety

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Which function of government is involved in protecting public welfare? Options: Provide Security, Keep Order, Provide Services, Guide the Community

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Provide Services

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Which function includes protecting public health?

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Provide Services

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a federal system? Division of powers, State governments, National government

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Centralized power

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How do governments typically organize to carry out their functions?

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Through a national or central government and smaller divisions

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How is a unitary system different from a federal system?

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A unitary system has a single central government, while a federal system divides power between national and regional governments.

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What is a key question to determine the type of government?

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Who governs the country?