How would you define government? (hint: What do YOU think a government

is supposed to do)

Chapter 1 Section 1

Institution through which a society makes and enforces its public polices

All things that a government decides to do▪ Imposing Taxes▪ Setting Minimum Wage▪Maintaining force▪ Protect the environment

Body of people living in a territory, organized politically.

More than 180 exist today

Population Territory Sovereignty-the state has absolute

power within its own territory.Government-political organization

Force Theory-one person in controlEvolutionary Theory-early familyDivine Right Theory-created by God

and those in power were chosen by God

Social Contract Theory-government arose out of an act of the people (U.S.)

Open your books to page 8 and read the “Preamble to the Constitution”

Along with a partner, fill out your “Purpose of Government” worksheet (each person will turn in their own!)

Your book describes each heading. You and your partner need to think of an example for each, and a picture for each