Foundations of Government Quiz

Which is a purpose of government?

• To provide order and security

• To encourage chaos and rebellion

• To limit citizen rights completely

• To avoid making any laws

In an autocracy, who holds the power?

• The citizens through voting

• A small group of leaders

• A single person

• Representatives elected by the people

Which theory of government says rulers are chosen by God to lead?

• Evolution Theory

• Force Theory

• Divine Right Theory

• Social Contract Theory

In a federal system of government, power is…

• Held only by local/state governments

• Shared between national and state governments

• Held by a king or queen

• Completely controlled by one central authority

Which best describes the Social Contract Theory?

• People agree to give up some freedom in exchange for protection and order from the government

• Leaders claim power through family bloodlines

• A king rules by the will of God

• A dictator seizes power by force

List two purposes of government and explain why they are important.

Criteria for Success (CFS)

• I will name two purposes of government (like keeping order, providing security, making laws, serving the public good).

• I will explain why each one is important.

• I will write in 2–4 complete sentences.