Government and Its Functions Quiz

What is the primary responsibility of the government?

• To manage sports events

• To run businesses

• To make laws and protect people

• To create entertainment

What is a system of government where all people can vote called?

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Monarchy

Which level of government deals with national issues?

• Community government

• National government

• Provincial government

• Local government

What is the role of the legislative branch of the National Government?

• To ensure justice

• To make laws

• To execute laws

• To manage local issues

How many provincial governments are there in South Africa?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

What is a municipality?

• A provincial department

• A national government office

• A district, town, or city with local government

• A type of business

What is one objective of municipalities?

• To create laws

• To provide military services

• To ensure services like water and electricity

• To manage international trade

What do households provide to businesses?

• Services

• Labour

• Goods

• Taxes

What do businesses pay to the government?

• Fees for services

• Salaries

• Taxes

• Rent

What is the role of the executive branch of the National Government?

• To make laws

• To execute laws

• To interpret laws

• To create local governments