Practice Structure (3.2) - Branches of Government - IB MYP Grade 10 Individuals & Societies

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Question 1.
What are the three branches of government?
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Think of the acronym LEJ.
Question 2.
What branch is responsible for making laws?
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Consider what it means to legislate.
3Question 3.
Which branch is responsible for interpreting the law?
- Legislative
- Executive
- Judicial
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Remember the acronym LEJ.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Executive branch can initiate legislation.
- True
- False
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Consider who presents budgets to Congress.
Question 5.
Consider a scenario where the Executive wants to enact a law that violates constitutional rights. Discuss how this would unfold within the government structure.
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Reflect on the role of Judicial Review.
Question 6.
Critique the advantages and disadvantages of a unicameral legislature versus a bicameral legislature within the context of checks and balances.
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Consider how each system impacts legislation.

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