Practice Separation Of Powers (3.3) - Comparative Governments (Optional Extension)

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Question 1.
What are the three branches of government?
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Think about what each branch does.
Question 2.
What is the main role of the legislative branch?
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Consider what laws are used for.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of the separation of powers?
- To divide authority
- To increase power in one branch
- To create a monarchy
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Consider why democracy values power division.
4Question 4.
True or False: The legislative branch enforces laws.
- True
- False
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Think about which branch makes laws versus which enforces them.
Question 5.
Critique a historical example where the separation of powers was not upheld. What were the consequences?
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Consider how lack of checks can lead to significant political fallout.
Question 6.
Suppose you are advising a new government in creating a constitution. How would you structure the separation of powers?
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Think about what functions are assigned to each branch to maintain a balance of power.

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