social studies assistance 1


 In
general, there are four main purposes of government: to establish laws,
maintain order and provide security, protect citizens from external threats,
and promote the general welfare by providing public services

1.      In your own words explain what you understand
by the term government 2pts

2.      State three services that some
citizens cannot afford that are provided by the government. 6pts

3.      Discuss two reasons why a country
needs a government 6pts

4.      What are two characteristics of
democracy? 2pts