Sectors of the Economy

Wells Fargo Bank is offering a special low-interest loan to home buyers. This loan will allow Celia to purchase the house of her dreams.

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

Suzanne saves up $300 cash and doesn’t want it to be lost or stolen. Where does she take this money so it will be safe and earn interest over time?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

The federal government wants to build a new bridge in Atlanta. They borrow the money for the project from Bank of America. Which sector is building the bridge?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

Robert goes to the store to buy groceries for his family. Kroger is happy he comes each week as a loyal customer. Which sector does Kroger belong to?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

Rosalina works for a marketing company as a graphic designer making signs and online advertisements. She receives a paycheck every other Friday. Who is giving her the paycheck?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

DeKalb County Schools are purchasing new textbooks from a company called Harcourt Publishing. The county will pay lots of money for these textbooks and the salespeople at Harcourt are very excited. Which sector does Dekalb County Schools belong to?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

Bernard works for the State of Georgia as a civil engineer, designing roads, railways, airports, bridges, and power plants. Bernard is excited because he gets paid today! Which sector does Bernard belong to?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

Alex’s Printing Company pays taxes every 3 months to be sure that they aren’t surprised with a big bill in April.

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

The banks experience a downturn in the stock market, and the federal government gives them money from taxes to help ensure that banks can give out the money people have deposited. Which sector is giving money to the banks?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government

It’s April 15th, and John is rushing to complete his tax forms so the IRS doesn’t come after him. And because he believes in paying his fair share for things like roads, libraries, and schools. Which sector does John belong to?

• Household

• Bank

• Private Business

• Government