Identify and explain the key functions of the United States government.

What will be an ideal response?


Government is defined as an institution that creates and implements policies and laws that guide a nation and its citizens. Among the functions of the United States government are: protecting its sovereign territory and providing national defense; preserving order and stability; establishing and maintaining a legal system; providing services; raising and spending money; and socializing new generations.

Political Science

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The Democratic Party dominates the South

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Political Science

Hillary Clinton described ________________________ as “biggest regret” as secretary of state.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Political Science

According to Barbara Sinclair, which of the following best describes the contemporary Senate?

a. non-partisan and non-ideological b. centralized power and non-partisan c. partisan and individualistic d. committee dominated and non-ideological

Political Science

TANF is an in-kind benefit program and has no limits on the time period for which its benefits can be received

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Political Science