TYPES OF GOVERNMENTS

What is a theocracy?

Who has been ruling Iran from 1989 to the present day, according to your notes?

• Ali Khamenei

• Hassan Rouhani

• Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

• Mohammad Khatami

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a unitary government?

• Centralized power

• Single central agency

• Power shared with regional authorities

• Central authority

What is the main advantage of a unitary government?

• Decentralization of power

• Quick decision-making due to centralized power

• Equal representation of all regions

• Power sharing among multiple agencies

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of a unitary government?

What is the primary function of regional authorities in a unitary system?

• To create independent laws

• To assist the central agency in implementing policies

• To govern independently

• To challenge the central authority

What is a key feature of a unitary government?

In a unitary government, who is responsible for policy implementation? Answer in two or more complete sentences.

What is a power reserved for state governments?

• Regulate trade

• Establish courts

• Punish criminals

• Declare war

Give a modern day example of a theocracy? Answer in one or two complete sentences.