Local, State, and Tribal Governance

Which level of government typically has authority over public school systems?

• Federal government

• Local government

• Tribal government

• International government

What is the primary source of revenue for most state governments?

• Property taxes

• Income taxes

• Corporate taxes

• Federal grants

Which type of local government serves both rural and urban areas within its boundaries?

• Townships

• Counties

• Villages

• Municipalities

In tribal governments, what is typically the highest governing body?

• State council

• Federal bureau

• Tribal council

• Local committee

Who typically oversees the day-to-day operations of a city government?

• City council president

• Mayor

• State governor

• City manager

What is a primary responsibility of state governments?

• Foreign policy

• National defense

• State highways

• Local zoning

Which of these is typically regulated by tribal governments?

• Interstate commerce

• Tribal membership

• State taxes

• Federal elections

What type of tax is most commonly collected by local governments?

• Sales tax

• Income tax

• Property tax

• Export tax

Who typically appoints state supreme court justices?

• State legislature

• Local judges

• State voters

• State governor

What is a key function of county governments?

• Maintaining vital records

• Printing currency

• International trade

• Military defense