Practice - Definition
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Practice Questions
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What is the principle of separation of powers?
💡 Hint: Think about why we split power in government.
Name the three branches of government.
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'LEJ'.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the Legislative branch do?
💡 Hint: Which branch has the power to write new rules for the country?
The Executive branch enforces laws. True or False?
💡 Hint: Think about who is in charge of making sure laws are followed.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze how the separation of powers impacts decision-making in a democratic government during a crisis.
💡 Hint: Consider how a particular crisis might require cooperation amongst branches.
Compare the separation of powers in two different countries and discuss the effectiveness of each.
💡 Hint: Look at how each country manages governance and accountability.
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