Understanding Government Systems and Structures

The video tutorial explains different systems of government, including unitary, confederation, federation, and parliamentary systems. It describes how these systems distribute power between central and state governments, highlighting the unique characteristics and functions of each system. The unitary system centralizes power, while confederations have a weak central authority. Federations share power between central and state governments, and parliamentary systems have legislative authority over the executive branch.

What is the primary purpose of a system of government?

• To create laws for the nation

• To manage the economy

• To organize decision-making power

• To elect a president

In a unitary government, who holds the majority of the power?

• The judiciary

• The local governments

• The central government

• The states

What is a key characteristic of a confederation?

• A single leader for all states

• A weak central government

• States with no power

• A strong central government

Why are confederations usually formed?

• To create a single currency

• To meet specific needs like defense or currency

• To elect a prime minister

• To centralize power

In a federation, what is the relationship between the central government and the states?

• The states have all the power

• The central government can take power from the states

• Power is shared between the central government and the states

• The central government has all the power

What can the central government in a federation do?

• Take power from the states

• Make laws to determine how states govern

• Elect state leaders

• Control state resources

In a parliamentary government, who has authority over the executive branch?

• The president

• The judiciary

• The legislative branch

• The prime minister

How is a prime minister chosen in a parliamentary government?

• Appointed by the president

• Elected by the people

• Chosen by the legislative branch

• Selected by the judiciary

Who does a prime minister answer to in a parliamentary government?

• The voters

• The judiciary

• The president

• The legislative branch

What is a common goal of all systems of government?

• To create a single currency

• To elect a president

• To achieve common goals with national leadership

• To centralize power