The functions of Government

4. A process where citizens vote to choose their leaders.
8. Government responsibility for collecting taxes from citizens and businesses.
11. Head of government in Jamaica.
12. The political party or parties that are not in power and challenge the government’s policies.
14. Government function that involves protecting the country from external threats.
16. A rule established by government that citizens must follow.
17. Head of state in Jamaica.
18. Laws governing a country.
19. The branch of government responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws.
20. The activity of planning how public money will be spent each year.

1. Government role that involves providing schools and educational services.
2. The government activity of building and maintaining roads, bridges, and public facilities.
3. system or group of people responsible for governing a country or state.
5. The form of government practiced in Jamaica.
6. The place where laws are made.
7. government ministers who advise the Prime Minister and help make major policy decisions.
9. The legal status of belonging to a country with rights and responsibilities.
10. The branch of government that interprets laws and settles disputes.
13. The government function that involves providing hospitals and health services.
15. The function of government that involves making laws for the country.