1. Define “government” in your own words.5
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Define “government” in your own words.

2. Topic: Government & State6
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Topic: Government & State

3. What can all governments do?

4. I. Powers of All Governments
Make laws & public policies
Enforce laws & administer policies
Interpret laws & settle disputes

5. What characteristics does a government need?

6. II. Four Characteristics of a State
Population (People)
Territory (Land w/ boundaries)
Sovereignty (Independence)
Government (Laws)

7. How did governments get created?

8. III. Origins of State Force Theory Evolutionary Theory
Divine Right Theory
Social Contract Theory

9. What are the purposes of our government?

10. IV. Purposes of US Government
A. Form a more perfect union
Establish justice
Insure domestic tranquility
Provide for the common defense
Promote the general welfare
Secure the blessings of liberty