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Functions and Structures of Government Quiz

#1

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

Judicial
Explanation

Interpreting laws.

#2

What is the main function of the executive branch of government?

Enforce laws
Explanation

Enforcing laws.

#3

Which branch of government is responsible for implementing public policies?

Executive
Explanation

Responsible for implementing public policies.

#4

What is a bicameral legislature?

A legislature with two houses
Explanation

Legislature with two houses.

#5

In a parliamentary system, the head of government is usually called the _______.

Prime Minister
Explanation

Usually called the Prime Minister.

#6

What is the role of the legislative branch of government?

Making laws
Explanation

Making laws.

#7

What is the purpose of the judicial branch of government?

Interpreting laws
Explanation

Interpreting laws.

#8

What is the primary function of the legislative branch in a democratic government?

To make laws
Explanation

Primary function is to make laws.

#9

Which of the following is a feature of a federal system of government?

Division of powers between central and regional authorities
Explanation

Division of powers between central and regional authorities.

#10

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

The head of state is elected separately from the legislature
Explanation

Head of state elected separately from the legislature.

#11

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

Weak central government
Explanation

Characteristic is a weak central government.

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