Government and Rule of Law Quiz

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

• To provide entertainment

• To provide safety and security

• To create wealth

• To promote sports

What should the government ensure under the rule of law?

• Only government officials follow the laws

• Only citizens follow the laws

• Both citizens and government leaders follow the laws

• Only private citizens follow the laws

Which of the following is NOT a service provided by the government to promote the common good?

• Schools

• Police and fire departments

• Public transportation

• Private businesses

What is the supreme law of the United States?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Federalist Papers

Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic principles of the rule of law?

• Laws have to be adopted and approved through government processes

• Laws have to be clear, and everyone needs to know about them

• Laws are applied equally to all citizens

• Laws can be ignored by government officials

What does the rule of law ensure?

• Government can use its power as it wishes

• Everyone is treated equally under the laws

• Only citizens must follow the laws

• Laws are kept secret from the public

What position is the head of Florida's executive branch?

• the president

• the governor

• the mayor

Which position is the head of the federal executive branch?

• mayor

• governor

• president

• judge

Which branch of the federal government makes laws?

• executive

• judicial

• legislative

How many branches of the federal government are there?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4