Social Studies 04.21.2021 Flashcards
A library provided by a community is an example of a (blank) service.
Public.
How do we pay for public services?
Taxes.
What tax is based on how much money someone makes?
Income tax.
What important job does the police have?
To keep the peace.
Which of the following statements about health care in the US is true?
Most healthcare is a private service.
Which of the following people can work in healthcare?
Nurse, scientist, engineer.
In addition to fighting fires, what other job do firefighters do?
They help people after disasters such as floods and earthquakes.
What were schools like before 1850?
Most were private schools for boys only.
Who fights fires?
Most fires in towns and cities are fought by trained firefighters. It is a public service.
What do communities do regarding public transportation?
They keep the price low so people can afford it.
How are streetcars and subways different?
Streetcars use city streets but subways run underground.
Why do communities create parks?
To allow space for outdoor activities.
What is a person trained to give help at the scene of an emergency called?
First responder.
What is a service that is provided for money by a business?
Private service.
What is a service that is offered by a community to everyone?
Public service.
