Understanding Government: Structure, Function, and Purpose

What is the primary purpose of the government according to the text?

• To collect taxes from citizens

• To create rules and laws that prevent chaos

• To provide military protection only

• To manage international relations

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a service provided by the government?

• Schools

• Parks

• Private bussinesses

• Roads

The United States Constitution organizes the government into how many branches?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Who is considered the head of the country and commander-in-chief of the military?

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

What power does the legislative branch have in relation to the President?

• They can interpret laws

• They can enforce laws

• They can impeach the President if needed

• They can appoint Supreme Court justices independently

What is the highest court in the United States?

• The District Court

• The Supreme Court

• The Federal Court

• The Circuit Court of Appeals

The judicial branch of government is primarily responsible for:

• Writing and passing laws

• Enforcing laws

• Interpreting laws and applying them to cases

• They can appoint Supreme Court justices independently

The "checks and balances" system in the U.S. government is designed to:

• Ensure one branch has ultimate authority

• Prevent any branch from having to much authority

• Give the President unlimited authority

• Allow citizens to directly vote on laws

Which of the following is NOT a component of the executive branch?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Supreme Court

• The Cabinet

How does the government primarily fund services like roads and public transportation?

• Through private donations

• By collecting taxes

• Through international loans only

• By selling government property