Government Review

In the United States, which things does the government do? Select all that apply.

• The government builds bridges, parks, and roads.

• The government works to keep people safe from attacks.

• The government comes up with laws.

• The government runs grocery stores.

• The government tells people what religion to follow.

In the United States, which of these are usually run by the government? Select all that apply.

• Grocery Stores

• Public Schools

• Churches

• Fire Departments

• Public Libraries

Where does the money from the government services usually come from?

• Police Officers

• The Bank

• Taxes

• The school district

Why do people form governments? Select two main reasons.

• To help people work together.

• To get rid of all the rules.

• To help keep people safe.

• So that no one has to work.

Sometimes it's not clear whether a person has broken a law. Which part of government helps decide if they have?

• The school district

• The police department

• The court system

• Mom's and Dad's

How do citizens of a city have a say in the laws that get passed? Select all that apply.

They can:

• Speak at city council meetings.

• Elect the city council members.

• Stay at home when it's time to vote.

• Ignore rights and responsibilities of good citizens.

Local governments serve which places? Select all that apply.

• Towns

• Counties

• States

• Cities

What things do state governments do? Select all that apply.

• Give out driver's licenses.

• Build bridges.

• Repair highways.

• Collect taxes.

In most state legislators, the upper house is called the Senate and the lower house is called The House of Representatives. Is the House of Representatives larger or smaller than the Senate?

• Larger

• Smaller

Which powers does Congress have?

• Congress can declare war.

• Congress can make laws.

• Congress can approve or reject appointments to the Supreme Court.

• Congress can impeach the President and remove him or her from office.