Local and State Government

Who leads the local (our county) government?

• Governor

• Mayor

• House of Representatives

• Senate

Who leads the state government?

• Governor

• Mayor

• House of Representatives

• Senate

Which level of government is allowed to make and enforce laws?

• National

• State

• Local

• Both State and Local

Which level of government provides electricity, water, and trash disposal?

Which level of government issues licenses?

Which is the responsibility of the state government?

• Set laws to keep people safe.

• Protect state lands, water, and animals.

• Build roads to connect communities across the state.

• ALL of the above

Which is the responsibility of the local government?

• Build roads that connect different states.

• Run a fire department for the town.

• Build hospitals and universities for the state.

• Protect state land and water.

Who is elected leader of a state government?

• a principal

• a governor

• a mayor

• a city council member

Who votes to choose their leaders and laws?

• city council

• mayor

• governor

• citizens

Different states have the same laws.

• True

• False