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What is a primary characteristic of government leadership?
What is a primary characteristic of government leadership?
- Creating a punishment system
- Opening channels of communication with other countries (correct)
- Enforcing rules and laws
- Managing public welfare
Which of the following describes the role of the government in national security?
Which of the following describes the role of the government in national security?
- Managing local community entertainment
- Protecting the nation from foreign enemies (correct)
- Creating laws for economic purposes
- Providing public services to its citizens
What function does the judicial system serve within government standards of behavior?
What function does the judicial system serve within government standards of behavior?
- To create economic policies
- To determine if laws are broken or rights are violated (correct)
- To enforce actions against lawbreakers
- To oversee public utilities
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of economic decisions made by the government?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of economic decisions made by the government?
What essential service is provided by the government related to public wellness?
What essential service is provided by the government related to public wellness?
Flashcards
Leadership
Leadership
Keeping the government running smoothly and functioning properly.
Standards of behavior
Standards of behavior
Rules and laws created by the government to keep citizens safe.
National Security
National Security
Protection of the nation from foreign enemies or internal threats.
Economic decisions
Economic decisions
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Public services
Public services
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Study Notes
Responsibilities of Government
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Leadership: Keeps the government running smoothly and functioning properly. Characteristics include setting goals, keeping citizens informed, solving problems, managing resources, and building good relationships with other countries.
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Standards of Behavior: Creates and enforces rules and laws to keep citizens safe. Characteristics include making laws, using a judicial system to determine if laws were broken, having a punishment/rehabilitation system.
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National Security: Protects the nation from foreign enemies or citizens who dislike the government. Characteristics include a military system, intelligence agencies, and homeland security.
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Economic Decisions: Makes decisions about money, jobs, and trade. Characteristics include creating jobs, managing unemployment, controlling trade, taxing people, and developing natural resources.
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Public Services: Acts as a servant to citizens by providing essential needs. Characteristics include education, healthcare, safety regulations, entertainment, public utilities, and communication systems.
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