Exploring Local and State Government Functions

What does the local government manage?

• National defense

• Schools, libraries, and parks

• International trade

• Space exploration

What is a tax?

• A discount on services

• A fee paid to the government

• A type of government document

• A monthly subscription fee

Who is the leader of a local government?

• The governor

• The president

• The council

• The mayor

What is the role of the council?

• To make and enforce laws

• To teach in schools

• To provide medical services

• To build roads

What does the county government work with?

• Foreign governments

• State government

• Private corporations

• None of the above

What is one of the governor's jobs?

• To approve state laws

• To elect mayors

• To manage national parks

• To run schools

What can state government spend money on?

• Space research

• Building roads

• Ocean exploration

• International travel

What safety law is mentioned?

• Wearing a helmet while driving

• Wearing a helmet while biking if under 14

• Wearing life jackets on boats

• Wearing seatbelts in buses

Can different states have different laws?

• Yes, depending on the state

• No, all states have the same laws

• Only for education

• Only during emergencies

Can the mayor build a subway to the moon?

• Yes, if it's approved by the council

• No, it's not within local government powers

• Only with state government approval

• Only if the federal government agrees