Why do people create governments?

What is the primary focus of government according to the text?

• To print money and declare war

• To promote the common good and provide services

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What type of government does the United States have?

• A representative democracy

• A direct democracy

What does the Constitution define in the context of the U.S. government?

• The powers of the president only

• How elected officials work together and the principles and structure of the government

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Which of the following is a power of the federal government?

• Printing money

• Creating community parks

Who is the leader of the state in state governments?

• The mayor

• The governor

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What does the federal government share its power with?

• State governments

• Foreign governments

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What is the role of local governments according to the text?

• To print money and regulate interstate commerce

• To lead towns, cities, and counties and provide services like community parks and trash removal

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Which branch of the Texas state government is responsible for interpreting the state's laws?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

What is the role of the Texas Lieutenant Governor?

• Enforces the law

• Presides over the Texas Senate

How many days must the Texas state senators and representatives meet in odd-numbered years?

• 140 days

• 365 days