State and Government 2024

What is a state?

• A body of people living in a defined territory with a government

• A large group of people with a common ethnic background

• A geographic term for a particular place or region

• An institution that makes and enforces public policies

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a state?

• People

• Territory

• Sovereignty

• Economy

What does the term "Nation" refer to?

• A body of people living in a defined territory with a government

• A large group of people with a common ethnic background

• A geographic term for a particular place or region

• An institution that makes and enforces public policies

Which of the following is an example of a state with a small population?

• China

• Russia

• San Marino

• Vatican City

Which characteristic of a state allows it to decide its own foreign and domestic policies?

• People

• Territory

• Sovereignty

• Government

What is the role of the government in a state?

• To provide land with known and recognized boundaries

• To ensure the state is politically organized and accomplish goals

• To share customs, language, and ethnic background

• To guarantee civil rights and liberties

What is the definition of government?

• A body of people living in a defined territory

• An institution which makes and enforces public policies

• A large group of people with a common ethnic background

• A geographic term for a particular place or region

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of government?

• To guarantee civil rights and liberties

• To promote the general welfare of citizens

• To establish justice

• To provide land with known and recognized boundaries

Which branch of government is responsible for law making?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

What does the executive branch of government do?

• Makes laws

• Enforces laws

• Interprets laws

• Creates public policies