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  1. AP Comparative Government
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Political Institutions

Question 1
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In which type of legislative system is an elected official most likely directly accountable to a specific geographic constituency?

Question 2
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1 mark

Which legislative system allows for a fusion of executive and legislative powers?

Question 3
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1 mark

Which individual holds significant power in both executive and legislative branches under most parliamentary systems?

Question 4
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1 mark

Considering parliamentary systems, how would backbenchers' influence over legislation likely compare in majoritarian versus proportional representation systems?

Question 5
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1 mark

Which of the following legislative systems is characterized by a single chamber or house?

Question 6
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1 mark

In a parliamentary system, who typically has the power to draft and propose legislation?

Question 7
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1 mark

What is the key advantage of a bicameral legislature?

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Question 8
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1 mark

What does “bicameral” mean when referring to a legislative system?

Question 9
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1 mark

How does a strong committee system within a legislature typically affect policy regarding state authority versus individual rights?

Question 10
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What is a common impact of a bicameral legislature on law-making compared to a unicameral legislature?