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M.E. Gov./Eco. Test

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The leader of a parliamentary government is called a... Prime Minister
In Israel, who gets to vote? All citizens over the age of 18
What is an Ayatollah? A Muslim(Shia) religious leader.
Who chooses the leader in a parliamentary system? The political party w/ the most reps. in the legislature.
What is a theocracy? Sees God as absolute leader.
What`role does religion play in the Israeli government? They have some influence in making laws.
Iran is considered a theocratic republic. Why? Iran's gov. is lead by elected parliament and powerful religious leaders.
Which focus country in the Middle East has a federal government? Israel
Which branch of government makes and carries out the laws in a parliamentary government? Legislature
How do people participate in a monarch government? They have little choice because the ruler makes most decisions.
What type of leader does Saudi Arabia have? King (Monarchy)
Elections are every__years in Israel unless the ruling party calls for them to be held sooner. four
How long does a monarch rule? Until he dies or chooses to give up power.
What is the Israeli parliament called? Knesset
What type of government does Saudi Arabia have? Monarchy
Which focus country in the Middle East is a democracy? Israel
If you live under a confederate form of government, most power is with the... Local Governments
If you live under a unitary form of government, most power is with the... Central Governments
Which focus country in the Middle East has a unitary form of government? Saudi Arabia
What is a disadvantage of a confederation government? The central government has only as much power as the local govs. are willing to give.
Which focus country in the Middle East has an autocratic form of government? Saudi Arabia
Why do people have more power in a democracy than in an oligarchy form of government? In a democracy, voters get to choose the people who make the laws.
How is a president chosen in a presidential system? In a separate vote from the one that chooses the legislature.
Describe the Shariah law. Laws based on the teachings of the Quran.
When laws are passed by the legislature, the president must... Enforce those laws.
What type of power does the Head of State have under a parliamentary government? The Head of State is a ceremonial leader w/ little power.
Who is in charge in an oligarchy form of government? A small group of leaders.
Who makes the decisions in an autocratic government? The king or leader who has absolute power.
Why are oil and gas valuable natural resources? Because large deposits of oil and gas are found in most countries.
Describe an entrepreneur. Creative, original thinkers who are willing to take risks to create new things.
What is human capitol? Knowledge and skills that make it possible for workers to earn a living producing goods and services.
Who makes the economic decisions in a mixed economy? Individuals
Modern economies are seen as mixed economies. Why? Because both individuals and governments play a role.
Describe capital goods. Factories, machines, and technology that people use to make other goods and important for economic growth.
How has Saudi Arabia's gov. used its national wealth to change the country? The Monarchy has used its great wealth from oil to bring irrigation, desalinization, and technology to its country.
What is a tariff? A tax placed on goods.
What is a quota? A limit on the number of things that can be imported.
What is an embargo? The ban of trade w/ another country.
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