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Basic Forms, Theories and Types of government
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What are the basic powers that every government holds?
What are the four defining characteristics of the state?
Define: Sovereignty.
Explain the following theories of the origin of the state and give an example of each:
A. Force Theory:
B. Evolutionary Theory:
C. Divine Right Theory:
D. Social Contract Theory:
According to the Preamble of the United States Constitution, what are the main purposes of government.
Read the “Mayflower Compact”. This “compact” (contract) shows an example of which theory of government?
Explain:
How can we classify governments?
A. Participation1. Democracy
2. dictatorship
B. Geographic distribution of power1. Unitary
2. Confederation
3. federal
Legislative and executive branch relationship –
A. Presidential
B. Parliamentary