This document discusses how governing systems shape people's lives in various ways. It provides examples of different forms of government like monarchy, democracy, dictatorship, and communism. The function of most governments is to protect citizens and maintain order, but the type of government influences whether it causes citizens to be happy, frustrated, or involved in wars. Governing systems impact lifestyles through things like taxes, military service, and laws. Order is needed in society, otherwise there could be more chaos without a system to prevent crimes and help the economy. Governments provide a structure for countries and communities to organize themselves, usually with a leader in charge.