Chapter 12 Social Studies

Who gives governments the authority to make and enforce laws? 

• the president

• the people

• military officer

• the state governer

Which level of government created the following law? "All businesses in Crescent City must have a business license."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National government

Which level of government created the following law? "All dogs must be on a leash in Cedartown."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National Government

Which level of government created the following law? "Ohio residents must pay taxes to help pay for public services."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National Government

Which level of government created the following law? "All United States citizens who earn income must file for income tax returns."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National Government

Which level of government created the following law? "It is a federal crime to rob a bank in the United States."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National Government

Which level of government created the following law? "All Ohio children between the ages of 6 and 16 must attend school."

• Local Government

• State Government

• National Government

Which purpose best completes the graphic organizer?

• purpose of fines

• purpose of taxes

• purpose of laws

• purpose of consequences

Does this describe a public service?

Fire fighters put out fires

• yes

• no

Does this action describe a public service?

Heath inspectors check restaurants for cleanliness

• yes

• no