5 Functions of Government

Resolve Conflict

Ensure National Security

Maintain Order

Serve the Public Good

Provide Services

Def: Keep citizens safe from outside threats

Def: Resolve conflict through the courtroom or providing a system to choose new leadership

Def: Take actions that benefit the people (Does the most good for the most people)

Def: Provide for the basic needs of citizens

Def: Establish a legal system, enforced with law enforcement agencies

Ex: Military

Ex: Judged by 12 (jury)

Ex: Road work crews

Ex: Police