Local

What is a service our local government provides?

• Trash and recycling

• Snow removal

• Fixing roads

• All of the above

Our local government has

• a mayor

• 3 trustees and a fiscal officer

• a president

The highest leader in a local government who makes important decisions for the city.

• County Courts

• Police Department

• The Mayor

• City Council

This is the judicial branch of the local government.  They make decisions in court for people and businesses.  

• City Council

• County Courts

• Police Department

• Fire Department

Which of the following is a responsibility of local government?

• Printing money

• Conducting foreign policy

• Providing public education

• Regulating interstate commerce

Which of the following best describes "local culture"?

• A culture that is widespread and found in many different places

• A culture that is unique to a specific area or community

• A culture that is based on technological advancements

• A culture that is influenced by global media

What is the main function of a city council in local government?

• To enforce state laws

• To interpret city laws

• To create and pass city ordinances

• To appoint state judges

Answer explanation

The main function of a city council in local government is to create and pass city ordinances, which are local laws that govern the city.

What group of people run the town?

• Local government

• Congress

• governor

• judicial branch

What is the primary role of the mayor in local government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To create laws

• To manage city operations

Answer explanation

The primary role of the mayor in local government is to manage city operations, overseeing various aspects of the city's functions and services.

What group of people meet with the mayor to help him or her do the job?

• judges

• city council

• president

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