Forms of Governance Quiz

What is a key characteristic of a unitary state?

• Power is concentrated at the national level.

• The state is usually geographically large.

• Power is shared equally between national and regional governments.

• Regional governments have significant autonomy.

Which of the following is often a feature of unitary states?

• They have a diverse population.

• They are geographically large.

• They can quickly implement new laws and policies.

• They have a high level of regional autonomy.

In a federal state, how is power typically distributed?

• The national government has no power.

• Power is shared between national and regional governments.

• Regional governments have no power.

• Power is concentrated at the national level.

What is a potential disadvantage of federal states?

• They may experience inefficiencies and delays in policy implementation.

• They often have a homogeneous population.

• They may struggle to address local issues quickly.

• They have a strong sense of national identity.

Which type of state is more likely to experience devolution?

• Federal states

• City-states

• Unitary states

• Nation-states