
Understanding Local Government Services and Funding
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Social Studies, Education
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard

Jackson Turner
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary role of local government as illustrated by the high school baseball game example?
To collect taxes from spectators
To provide entertainment for the community
To ensure community safety and services
To organize sports events
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are local ordinances important for a community?
They increase the cost of living
They help maintain order and safety through regulations
They are only applicable to large cities
They allow for the construction of any type of building anywhere
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is zoning, and why is it significant?
It allows for unrestricted building development
It is a method to privatize public services
It is a way to increase property taxes
It designates specific land uses to maintain order
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which service is NOT typically provided by local governments?
Space exploration
Water and sanitation
Fire and police departments
Public education
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does privatization of services mean?
Government takes full control of services
Private companies manage services instead of the government
Services are only available to government employees
Services are provided for free
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential drawback of privatizing municipal services?
Increased efficiency
More government control
Lower costs for users
Higher costs for users
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the largest source of revenue for local governments?
Sales taxes
Vehicle registration fees
Property taxes
Income taxes
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