Public and Private Sector Quiz

What is the main difference between the public and private sector?

• Public sector is funded by private revenue; private sector is funded by taxpayers.

• Public sector provides goods/services for profit; private sector delivers public services.

• Public sector is funded by taxpayers; private sector is funded by private revenue.

• Public sector delivers goods/services for profit; private sector delivers public services.

Which of the following is a source of income for the government to spend on the public sector?

• Sales tax

• Income tax

• Corporate donations

• Lottery funds

Why is prioritization important in public services?

• To increase demand

• To support those most in need

• To reduce government spending

• To eliminate competition

Which of the following is a public sector organization?

• Private hospitals

• National Health Service (NHS)

• Private schools

• Private security firms

What is one reason for ensuring services are sustainable in public services?

• To increase profits

• To ensure long-term availability

• To reduce taxes

• To limit public access

What is one reason we need a local authority?

• To manage international relations

• To deliver local services

• To set national laws

• To oversee foreign trade

What is a purpose of central government policy?

• To manage local events

• To set national priorities and laws

• To organize community festivals

• To control local businesses

Which of the following is an example of a central government policy?

• Local park maintenance

• Free school meals for children in need

• Neighborhood watch programs

• Community sports events

What does the central government use to enact policies?

• Community meetings

• Legislation, regulations, and implementation

• Local councils

• Public surveys

Which department is responsible for education according to the government structure diagram?

• Home Office

• Ministry of Defence

• Department for Education

• Department of Health and Social Care