government

What is government?

The institution through which a society makes and enforces public policies.

what is a society?

a collection of people living together and sharing some type of similarity

What are public policies?

decisions a government makes: covers taxation, defense, education, crime, and health care

why was government formed?

to establish a sense of order and serve the people in different ways

What are the key characteristics of a government?

All governments consist of three bodies: legislation, executive, and judiciary.

What does the legislative branch do?

it creates and enforces laws. controlled by the house of reps. and senate (congress)

What is the role of the executive body?

To execute, enforce, and administer laws. controlled by the president

What is the function of the judicial body?

To interpret laws, determine their meaning, and settle disputes. controlled by the supreme court

What is domestic tranquility?

The peace and order within a nation.

Why was government formed?

To establish a sense of order and serve the people in different ways.

why was government formed?

created to establish a sense of order and serve the people in different ways.

key reasons:

• for unity

• protection

• to protect identity and heritage

What was the structure of early governments?

Early governments were simple, often with one person serving in all three bodies of government.

what was the structure of middle governments?

They were complex, with clear leadership and an organized system.

What characterized modern governments?

They are the most complex, due to global trade and interaction with other various nations.

What is Hammurabi's Code?

One of the first recorded complex legal systems developed in Babylon.

what type of government existed in the Yellow River Civilization?

hereditary monarchy that ruled over several territories in China

What type of government existed in the Indus River Valley Civilization?

A religious monarchy. was one of the first to focus on social organization and economic management. one of the first civilizations created

What highlights the government system in Egypt?

A hereditary system with an in-depth system of laws. emphasized arts, culture, and a well-maintained military.