Democratic Goverments

In a presidential system of democracy, what is the relationship between the executive and legislative branches?

• The executive branch is largely separate from the legislative branch.

• The executive branch is part of the legislative branch.

• The executive branch is chosen by the legislative branch.

• The executive branch holds more power than the legislative branch.

What is one characteristic of democratic systems as described in the text?

• They prioritize military expansion.

• They limit the rights and freedoms of their citizens.

• They are highly susceptible to national crises.

• They seek to improve the quality of their citizens’ lives.

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When did Mexico declare its independence from Spain?

• 1810

• 1821

• 1917

• 1930

What is a common feature shared by nearly half of the more than 190 countries in the world today?

• Economic equality

• Democratic or partly democratic governance

• Monarchical rule

• Authoritarian regimes

When did Brazil become a republic?

• 1822

• 1930

• 1889

• 1985

Which of the following is a characteristic of a parliamentary system of government?

• The judiciary is the most powerful branch.

• The chief executive is elected directly by the people.

• The legislature chooses the chief executive from its own membership.

• Only two political parties are allowed to participate in the government.

Which of the following statements about Japan's government is true?

• The Japanese legislature consists of the House of Commons and the House of Lords.

• The Japanese prime minister is elected directly by the people.

• The Japanese government has a unitary system and a bicameral legislature.

• The emperor of Japan holds significant political power.

Which of the following inspired Latin American revolutionary leaders in the early 1800s?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Magna Carta

• The Russian Revolution

• The American Revolution

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