Political Systems Answers

What is the European Union (EU)? Explain some of the special rights afforded to EU citizens.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a democratic system of government? A. elected officials B. accountability for leaders in power C. the guiding principle of “majority rules” D. unlimited authority for leaders chosen to govern Please select the best answer from the choices provided

In the fictional country of Alvernia, there is one central government and ten smaller local state governments. If the country of Alvernia operates using a confederate system of government, what is the best way to describe the distribution of government power? A. The state and central governments are both ruled by a dictator who holds all decision-making powers.B. The state governments determine the powers of the central government.C. The central government holds complete control over the state governments.D. The state and central governments are both ruled by citizen through the process of referendum. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Using four or more complete sentences, differentiate between federal and confederate systems of government.

All of the following are examples of the United Nations’ special agencies except __________. A. the European Union B. the World Food Programme C. the World Health Organization D. the United Nations Children’s Fund Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Using four or more complete sentences, describe the creation, goals, and special agencies of the United Nations.

Which of the following options shows the two systems of government adopted by the United States in chronological order? A. confederate to federal B. federal to confederate C. confederate to unitary D. unitary to federal Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Using four or more complete sentences, contrast monarchies with dictatorships.

Using three or more complete sentences, describe a unitary government system.

Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows. The fictitious nation of Fiona has no need for state governments. The queen holds absolute power in the land. On a trip into the country, the queen noticed that many of her people were going without food. She decreed that city shelters must provide a warm meal daily for anyone who needs it. What type of government system does Fiona operate under? A. confederate B. aristocratic C. federal D. unitary Please select the best answer from the choices provided