Practice Structure (4.2) - 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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Remember the acronym LEJ.
Question 2.
Which branch makes laws?
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Think about which branch has Congress.
3Question 3.
What is one primary role of the Legislative branch?
- Implement laws
- Make laws
- Interpret laws
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Think about the function of Congress.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Executive branch can declare laws unconstitutional.
- True
- False
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Recall which branch interprets laws.
Question 5.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the system of checks and balances in preventing abuses of power in various governments, citing specific examples.
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Think about high-profile cases in your own country.
Question 6.
Analyze how the separation of powers fosters a responsive and responsible government.
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Consider recent legislation that responded to public demand.

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