Functions

Which of the following is not an example of your parents providing you with security?

• Providing Shelter

• Providing Food

• Providing you with a car to drive

• Protecting the house with an alarm system

Which of the following is not a "right" of a U.S. citizen?

• Freedom of Speech

• Freedom of Driving a Car

• Freedom of Religion

• Freedom of the Press

What Function is the party serving when they throw campaign rallies and raise money for their candidates?

• Recruiting and Nominating Candidates

• Helping Candidates win Elections

• Monitoring office holders

• Educating the Electorate on Issues

What function does the government serve when it collects taxes from citizens?

• A) Providing Public Goods and Services

• B) Regulating International Trade

• C) Promoting Social Equality

• D) Ensuring National Security

Which function is being served when schools teach students about civic responsibilities?

• A) Socialization

• B) Economic Stability

• C) Political Recruitment

• D) Conflict Resolution

What function does the media serve when it reports on government activities?

• A) Agenda Setting

• B) Social Integration

• C) Economic Redistribution

• D) Cultural Preservation

When a government enforces laws to protect the environment, what function is it performing?

• A) Regulatory Function

• B) Judicial Function

• C) Economic Function

• D) Diplomatic Function

What function is being served when a political party creates a platform outlining its policies?

• A) Policy Formulation

• B) Social Control

• C) Economic Planning

• D) Cultural Expression

Which function is fulfilled when a community organizes a neighborhood watch program?

• A) Social Control

• B) Economic Development

• C) Political Mobilization

• D) Cultural Celebration

What function does the United Nations serve when it mediates conflicts between countries?

• A) Conflict Resolution

• B) Economic Development

• C) Cultural Exchange

• D) Scientific Research