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Which of the following best defines a state?
Which of the following best defines a state?
- A territory ruled by a single leader and their family.
- A country with a simple, less complex government structure.
- A geographical area with a unified political system. (correct)
- A region lacking an established authority.
What type of government is best characterized by the absence of any governing authority?
What type of government is best characterized by the absence of any governing authority?
- A Monarchy
- A Democracy
- A Dictatorship
- An Anarchy (correct)
Which of the following is a primary function that governments typically perform?
Which of the following is a primary function that governments typically perform?
- Limiting all forms of public gatherings.
- Maximising personal freedoms regardless of safety.
- Providing services aimed at improving public safety. (correct)
- Promoting individual business opportunities.
Which of these scenarios would be most accurately described as an anarchy?
Which of these scenarios would be most accurately described as an anarchy?
How do Governments primarily ensure the public safety through services?
How do Governments primarily ensure the public safety through services?
Flashcards
What is a state?
What is a state?
A state is a political entity that has its own government, laws, and territory. It can be a country, a province, or a smaller unit of land.
What is anarchy?
What is anarchy?
Anarchy is the absence of any governing authority. There are no laws, leaders, or institutions.
What is a government?
What is a government?
A government is a system of rules and institutions that governs a society. It sets laws, enforces them, and provides services to its citizens.
Why do governments provide services?
Why do governments provide services?
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What is public safety?
What is public safety?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1 and 2 Review
- A state is a country with a simpler type of government. (True)
- Anarchy is a type of government where one leader rules by force. (False)
- Governments often provide services aimed at increasing public safety. (True)
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