Purposes of Government

DO NOW• Discuss with a partner: What is

the job of our government? …..And

• Write down at least 4-5 things that our government does.

• Also answer the following question: Why does our society need government?

Government: power or authority that rules a community

Purposes of Government (LIPPS)

• L – Laws

• I – Interaction with other governments

• P – Protection

• P – Plan for the future

• S - Services

LAWSA. Make and enforce rules to keep

people safe

B. Courts settle conflicts

C. Set appropriate consequences

Question #1

• What would happen in society if we did not have laws?

INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER

GOVERNMENTS

• Establish policies with other countries

• Settles issues

Question #2

• What is an example of an issue we may have with another country?

Protection

• Armed forceso Army, Navy, Marines etc.

• Firemen/ Emergency Personnel

• Police Enforce laws

Question #3

• Do you think it’s more important for a country to have a strong army or an effective police force?

• Why?

Plans for Future

• Set National budget

• Implement programs and reforms

• Long Term Country Goals

Question #4

• What is one long term goal that you think our country should have?

Services• Education

• Health facilities (hospitals)

• Construction (roads, bridges)

• Public well-being (unemployment insurance, science research)

Question #5

• What purpose of government do you think affects you the most?

• How can you get involved and participate in government?

Closure• Rank “LIPPS” in order of

importance.

• In one sentence explain why you thought your top pick was the most important.