Purpose of Government

Which one is NOT a purpose of a government?

• Enforce laws and maintain order.

• Make laws that protect the rights of citizens.

• Protect citizens from outside threats. (military)

• Provide free internet

Which of the following is NOT required for the formation of a state?

• Population

• Territory

• Freedom

• Government

• Sovereignty

Which is not a purpose of government?

• public service

• protect rights

• support the economy

• cast spells

According to Thomas Hobbes and John Locke, without government and laws, people live in a _____________.

• Natural Rights

• Common Good

• State of Nature

• Social Contract

Which term is used for the "people who run a society?"

• Social Contract

• State of Nature

• Majority Rule

• Government

An agreement made between the people and the government is called:

• Natural Rights

• Social Contract

• Majority Rule

• Common Good

This term is used for something that benefits all members of a society.

• Common Good

• Government

• Social Contract

• Majority Rule

A law against stealing your neighbor's property is an example of which purpose of government?

• Provide Services

• Maintain Order

• Provide Security

The army defending the U.S. from being attacked by another country is an example of which purpose of government?

• Maintain Order

• Provide Services

• Provide Security

The government providing schools for all students is an example of which purpose of government?

• Provide Services

• Maintain Order

• Provide Security