Unitary, Federal, Confederation Government Quiz

In a unitary system, authority is concentrated in which part of the government?

• Local governments

• State governments

• Central government

• Regional governments

In a unitary system, who has the power to create local governments?

• Local governments themselves

• State governments

• Central government

• Regional governments

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a unitary government system?

• Uniform laws and policies across the country

• Can make decisions quickly for the whole country in international cases

• Local or provincial needs are not considered

• Efficient in meeting national needs

What is a positive aspect of a unitary government system in terms of law and policy?

• Local needs are prioritized

• Uniform laws and policies across the country

• Decentralized decision-making

• Slow to meet domestic needs

In a federal government, how is power distributed?

• Power is held only by the central government.

• Power is divided between central and local governments.

• Power is held only by local governments.

• Power is not divided at all.

In a confederation, where is the authority concentrated?

• In the central government

• In the states

• In the local municipalities

• In the judiciary

In the Confederation Government System, who has little to no power?

• Regional government

• National government

• Local government

• State government

Which of the following is a benefit of the Confederation Government System?

• Inconsistent laws

• Little to no power for the national government

• Quick decision-making for the region

• Members do not have to follow the national government’s decisions

Which of the following statements is true about confederations today?

• A) They are very common.

• B) None exist today.

• C) They are only found in Europe.

• D) They are only found in Asia.

True or False:

A federal government has powers that are divided between a central government and lower regional governments.

• True

• False