The Purpose of Government

What is a government?

• A group of people who make decisions for a community

• A place where people go to play

• A type of food

• A kind of animal

What do adult citizens in the United States do to choose their representatives?

• Vote

• Dance

• Sing

• Paint

What is one of the main functions of government?

• To create laws

• To build schools

• To plant trees

• To make toys

What does the police help provide?

• Security

• Food

• Clothes

• Toys

What do courts of law help solve?

• Conflicts

• Puzzles

• Math problems

• Riddles

Who provides schools and libraries?

• Local governments

• Private companies

• Non-profit organizations

• International agencies

What is the role of the police department?

• Building houses

• Enforcing laws

• Growing food

• Designing clothes

What service is used when we go to the library?

• Private service

• Government service

• Volunteer service

• Community service

What service is used when we play in the park?

• Private service

• Government service

• Volunteer service

• Community service

Which of the following is NOT a government service?

• Trash pick-up

• Road maintenance

• Private tutoring

• Police protection