1. Government as an institution of the state is defined as a body which
- A. conducts elections for the country
- B. makes, enforces and interprets laws for the state
- C. hires and trains political leaders
- D. makes and interprets laws
2. The study of government in school is important because the students can
- A. be assisted by political leaders
- B. learn about their rights
- C. quality for elections
- D. be nominated for a trip abroad
3. The primary function of government in a state is to
- A. maintain law and order
- B. provide transport services
- C. engage in campaigns and rallies
- D. imprison criminals
4. The functions of the state are achieved through
- A. political socialization
- B. separation of powers
- C. organs of government
- D. diplomatic means
5. A unique feature of a state is
- A. information
- B. anarchy
- C. organized laws
- D. direct democracy
6. Ability to enforce obedience is known as
- A. legitimacy
- B. power
- C. influence
- D. fame
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7. A major source of political power is
- A. election
- B. force
- C. influence
- D. ombudsman
8. Power is transferred into authority through
- A. force
- B. legitimacy
- C. judiciary
- D. sovereighty
9. Political authority is the
- A. legitimate right to exercise political power
- B. ability to control political behaviour
- C. right to participate in political campaigns
- D. right to form political parties
10. The extent to which the citizens accept the institutions, official and activities of government is known as
- A. authority
- B. permission
- C. legitimacy
- D. power
