Practice - Separation of Powers
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Practice Questions
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What are the three branches of government?
💡 Hint: Think about what each branch does.
What is the main role of the legislative branch?
💡 Hint: Consider what laws are used for.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of the separation of powers?
💡 Hint: Consider why democracy values power division.
True or False: The legislative branch enforces laws.
💡 Hint: Think about which branch makes laws versus which enforces them.
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Challenge Problems
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Critique a historical example where the separation of powers was not upheld. What were the consequences?
💡 Hint: Consider how lack of checks can lead to significant political fallout.
Suppose you are advising a new government in creating a constitution. How would you structure the separation of powers?
💡 Hint: Think about what functions are assigned to each branch to maintain a balance of power.
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