How We Govern Ourselves

Government is defined as

• Two or more persons who work together to achieve a common goal

• A group of people with the power and authority to rule a country

In Trinidad and Tobago, there are two levels of government, ................. government and Local government.

• Executive

• Presidential

• Central

Which body in Trinidad and Tobago comprises of representatives elected by the people?

• Judiciary

• Senate

• Lower House

Which branch of government makes the policies that guide ghe actions of the government?

• Legislature

• Executive

• Judiciary

Which of these is a characteristic of democracy?

• Unable to question government decisions

• The rights of a country's citizens to choose their own government representation at regular periods

• That elections are closed to the public

All of the following are functions of Central government except

• Law and order is maintained

• Provide social services such as health and education

• Collecting and disposing of garbage

Local government provides and maintains minor roads, bridges,rivers and recreation areas.

• True

• False

Referendum is an opportunity for people to vote on an issue.

• True

• False

Which form of democracy does Trinidad and Tobago have?

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

Which is considered a non-confrontational way to bring about changes in government?

• Strikes by citizens

• Having free and fair elections