Practice Usa – Presidential Democracy (6.2) - Comparative Governments (Optional Extension)

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Question 1.
What is one key feature of a presidential democracy?
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Think about how the president is chosen.
Question 2.
Name the three branches of government in the U.S.
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This is a basic structure of governance.
3Question 3.
Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?
- Executive
- Legislative
- Judicial
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Think about where laws are passed.
4Question 4.
True or False: The President can be impeached by Congress.
- True
- False
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Consider the role of Congress in maintaining balance.
Question 5.
Critically analyze a historical event where checks and balances were tested in the U.S. government. What were the outcomes?
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Reflect on specific presidential actions and congressional responses.
Question 6.
Evaluate how the presidential power has evolved over time and the implications of that evolution for checks and balances.
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Consider landmark laws and executive orders throughout U.S. history.

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