What is one of the learning objectives for understanding the UK's relationship with the wider world?

• To explore the difference between local, regional, and national governance.

• To learn about ancient civilizations.

• To study the geography of the UK.

• To memorize the capitals of Europe.

Which of the following is included in the UK's relationship with the wider world, according to the learning objectives?

• The Commonwealth and Europe

• Only the United States

• Only Asia

• Only Africa

What is a good way to start discussing the UK's links with the rest of the world, as suggested in the material?

• Discuss with your partner and make a list.

• Write an essay alone.

• Watch a documentary.

• Read a novel.

What is the main theme of the word cloud shown in the starter section?

• Politics and government

• Sports and recreation

• Science and technology

• Art and literature

What is the main purpose of a government according to the provided definition?

• To entertain people

• To organize people and divide up authority and power to achieve goals

• To create art

• To make money for individuals

What do we call the goals that governments try to achieve to improve life for groups of people?

• Laws

• Policies

• Traditions

• Elections

According to the definition, how do governments usually seek to improve life for groups of people in a society?

• By running services

• By increasing taxes

• By holding parties

• By writing books

Explain, in your own words, why dividing up authority and power is important for a government to achieve its goals.

• It helps prevent one person from having too much control and allows for better organization to achieve common goals.

• It makes the government more confusing.

• It allows only the strongest people to rule.

• It stops people from working together.

Which of the following is a group that governments may aim to improve life for?

• Young people

• Only business owners

• Only tourists

• Only athletes

Why might a government set goals to improve the environment?

• To ensure a healthy and sustainable place for people to live

• To increase the number of cars on the road

• To reduce the number of parks

• To make the weather colder