Local Government

Question 1

The main function of a school board is to

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manage public schools in accordance with state and federal law.

Question 2

A local government gets about the same amount of revenue from property, sales, and income taxes as it does from

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state and federal funds.

Question 3

A municipality’s infrastructure includes which of the following?

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public utilities

Question 4

Which of these situations would most likely require the involvement of a local government?

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Residents demand that dogs be allowed on a public beach.

Question 5

Which level of government is most local to a citizen?

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the municipal level

Question 6

A “strong mayor” in the mayor-council system has the authority to

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manage city departments.

Question 7

Before building a new sports stadium near the waterfront, a city is most likely to establish

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a redevelopment district.

Question 8

Which statement best describes a commission system?

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A legislative body oversees city departments directly.

Question 9

Which of these levels of governments are categorized as local governments?

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counties and municipalities

Question 10

While most funding for cities and counties is raised through local taxes and fees, what other revenue source makes up about a third of most municipal revenues?

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state and federal funds

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