Government Vocabulary Review

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An autocracy puts the power of the government in the hands of: citizens, a single person, the representatives, the legislature

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a single person

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In what way are the prime minister and the president alike?

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they are in charge of the military and the government

Front

Who has the most government power in the parliamentary system?

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prime minister

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In what ways can citizens participate in government in a democratic system?

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voting and running for office

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What does the term "bicameral legislature" mean?

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legislature with 2 branches or houses

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What statement best describes the difference between the head of government and head of state?

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head of government has the most political power while the head of state is more ceremonial

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In a constitutional monarchy, the king or queen has no real political power but represent the country at ceremonial events and official functions.

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True

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Most countries have __________ governments in which citizens hold the ultimate power through voting.

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democracies, democracy, democratic

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A system of government where the executive exists separately from the legislature is called:

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presidential democracy

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A system of government where power lies with the legislative body and the leader of the country is part of the legislature:

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parliamentary democracy