Functions of Government Quiz

What type of tax is collected on goods and services in Jamaica?

• Income Tax

• General Consumption Tax (GCT)

• Corporate Tax

• Property Tax

Which Jamaican entity prepares the national budget?

• Ministry of Education

• Ministry of Finance

• National Health Fund

• Jamaica Customs Agency

What is the purpose of an annual budget?

• To increase exports

• To allocate funds to health, education, and security

• To regulate media broadcasting

• To promote tourism

The HOPE program in Jamaica is designed to:

• Renovate schools

• Provide job training and employment for youth

• Regulate imports and exports

• Offer cash grants to low-income families

How do governments facilitate economic development?

• By supporting industries like tourism and agriculture

• By enforcing military operations

• By building only highways

• By increasing taxes on citizens

What agency in Jamaica ensures sustainable use of natural resources?

• Broadcasting Commission

• Jamaica Constabulary Force

• NEPA

• Ministry of Health

Which program provides financial aid to low-income families in Jamaica?

• NHF

• HOPE

• PATH

• OUR

What is the main purpose of the National Health Fund (NHF)?

• Train youth for employment

• Renovate public buildings

• Provide subsidized medication for chronic illnesses

• Monitor trade operations

Welfare programs primarily target:

• Military personnel

• Vulnerable groups

• Business owners

• Tourists

Public utilities include access to:

• Education

• Water, electricity, and telecommunication

• Health care

• Employment programs