| SSCG1 Compare and contrast various systems of government. | SSCG4 Demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government. |
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What is a federal government?
A system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs
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Who rules the executive branch?
President
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What is a unitary government?
All powers held by the government belong to a single, central agency.
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Which branch does the supreme court belong to?
Judicial Branch
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What is an authoritarian government?
Highly concentrated and centralized government power is maintained by political repression and the exclusion of potential challengers. It uses political parties and mass organizations to mobilize people around the goals of the regime.
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What is checks and balances?
The ability of each branch to respond to the actions of the other branches
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What is a parliamentary system?
A system of democratic governance of a state where the executive derives its democratic legitimacy from its ability to command the support of the legislature to which it is accountable.
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Which branch makes laws?
Legislative Branch
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What is an oligarchy government?
A small group of people having control over a country, organization, or institution
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Which branch enforces laws?
Executive Branch
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