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Government and State Concepts

Government and State Concepts

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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Melissa Ellis

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between the Government and the State?

Back

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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a use of judicial power.

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who holds power in an oligarchy?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is power distributed in a federal power?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Present 3 characteristics that illustrate the free enterprise system.

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Differentiate between a bicameral and a unicameral legislative body.

Back

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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