Government and State Concepts

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What is the difference between the Government and the State?

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The Government refers to the organization or group of people who have the authority to govern a country or state, while the State is a political entity with a defined territory, population, and government.

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Give an example of a use of judicial power.

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An example of judicial power is the ability of courts to interpret laws and adjudicate disputes.

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What is the difference between the three basic kinds of power?

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The three basic kinds of power are legislative (making laws), executive (enforcing laws), and judicial (interpreting laws).

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Who holds power in an oligarchy?

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In an oligarchy, power is held by a small group of individuals or families.

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How is power distributed in a federal power?

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In a federal system, power is distributed between a central government and regional governments.

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Present 3 characteristics that illustrate the free enterprise system.

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1. Private property rights, 2. Competition among businesses, 3. Minimal government intervention in the economy.

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Differentiate between a bicameral and a unicameral legislative body.

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A bicameral legislative body has two chambers (e.g., House and Senate), while a unicameral legislative body has only one chamber.

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Explain the concept of popular sovereignty.

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Popular sovereignty is the principle that the authority of a government is created and sustained by the consent of its people.

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What were the Articles of Confederation (AOC) & what powers did they grant?

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The Articles of Confederation were the first constitution of the United States, granting limited powers to the central government, primarily in areas of defense and foreign affairs.

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Define the six basic principles of the Constitution.

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1. Popular sovereignty, 2. Limited government, 3. Separation of powers, 4. Checks and balances, 5. Judicial review, 6. Federalism.