Understanding Our Government and Officials

What is one of the main functions of a government?

• To establish order

• To sell products

• To play games

• To make movies

Which of the following is a service provided by the government in a community?

• Amusement parks

• Libraries

• Shopping malls

• Restaurants

Who is the current mayor of your city?

• Joe Biden

• Greg Abbott

• Ron Nirenberg

• Donald Trump

What is the role of a governor?

• To manage a school

• To lead a state

• To run a company

• To coach a sports team

How is the President of the United States selected?

• By appointment

• By election

• By lottery

• By inheritance

Which of the following is a way citizens can participate in their own governance?

• Staying informed about public officials

• Ignoring government news

• Watching only cartoons

• Playing video games

What is the value of having police protection in a community?

• To provide security

• To sell tickets

• To organize parties

• To build houses

Who is responsible for managing conflict within a government?

• Teachers

• Public officials

• Athletes

• Artists

What is one way public officials can be selected?

• By election

• By playing a game

• By drawing lots

• By singing a song

Why are parks valuable to a community?

• They provide a place for shopping

• They offer a space for recreation and relaxation

• They are used for parking cars

• They are places to store goods