Government: Classwork August 9,2013 **Due 8/13/13**

Principles of Government

Chapter 1: Section 1

Important Terms

1.      Define: state, nation, nation-state, consensus, sovereignty, government, social contract

2.      Identify the four purposes of government and provide an example of each. (think ESPN)  

Short Answer (Minimum two sentences)

3.      What is the difference between a nation and a state?

4.      In what two ways does population impact a state?

5.      List three ways government might influence economy?

Essay (Minimum 100 words)

6.      In your opinion, which theory is the USA government based on? Why?  Support your views with evidence.