Chapter 10. Branches of Government

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7. What are the main Responsibilities (Roles) of the Executive? Explain them all in detail, please. Head of State, Chief of government, Party chief, Commander in chief, Chief diplomat, Dispenser of appointments, Chief legislator.

(Book PS, pages 279-281 and slide 6, “3 braches, Separation of power, & checks & balances”)

8. Briefly explain the Legislative Branch of US (responsibilities and both chambers)?

(slides 10-18: “3 braches, Separation of power, & checks & balances”)

9. Explain shortly the Functions of Legislatures. Lawmaking, Constituency work, Supervision & criticism of government, Representation, Constitution making & amending, Financial function, Judicial functions, Investigating functions, Informal functions.

(Book “People and Power”, pages 212-214) and/or Book PS, pages 265-268)

10. What is the Judiciary system of the USA (Duties, members and responsibilities)?

(slides 19-22: “3 braches, Separation of power, & checks & balances”)

11. What is the Separation of power? (you can draw the table if you wish)

(Book PS, pages 257-259 & “People and Power”, pages 203 & slides 24-34: “3 braches, Separation of power, & checks & balances”)

12. What is the Checks & Balances system? (you can draw the tables if you wish)

(slides 24-34: “3 braches, Separation of power, & checks & balances”)

Chapter 11. Presidential & Parliamentary