Government and the Economy
Session 7: Sample Assessment Items

1. Conduct research on an area of the United States economy, and explain in a one-page paper the impact the government has on that area. Include, on an additional one-page paper, your opinion on whether the government is too involved or not involved enough in this area, and defend your opinion by providing facts.
   
   
2. Examples of areas that may be researched are listed below. If you wish to research an area not listed, please have the teacher approve your plan before you proceed.
   •    Privatization of government services
   •    Utility rates
   •    Medical care (to include cost and prescription drugs)
   •    Product safety
   •    Environmental issues (related to large manufacturing)
   •    Production limits
   •    Import/export limits
   •    Minimum wage
   •    Ability to purchase property
   •    Social security
   •    Taxes on small business
   •    Interest rates
   •    Food production