Political System in Brazil

1. Brazil and the U.S. are a federation, which means the states have some level of independence.

• True

• False

Brazilians must go to the polls every 2 years o vote.

• True

• False

If you want to run for office as a politician, you don't have to be part of a political party.

• True

• False

Lawmakers are part of the Executive branch.

• True

• False

1. Different parties can get together and join forces during the elections for legislative lawmakers.

• True

• False

Senators are elected to serve for 4 years.

• True

• False

The Brazilian Congress is formed by the House of commons and the Deputies.

• True

• False

There are 3 senators to represent each state in Brazil.

• True

• False

1. Senator must accept the Supreme Court nominations and can't overrule the president's decisions.

• True

• False

If you are under 16, you can't vote in Brazil.

• True

• False