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Middle Eastern SG

Middle Eastern study guide- Qtr. 2

TermDefinition
Prime Minister The leader of a Parliamentary Government.
Who gets to vote in Israel? Israeli citizens 18 years old or older.
Ayatollah Shi'ia leader.
Who chooses the leader in a parliamentary government system? The political party with the majority of the representatives.
Theocracy A government system where decisions are made religiously.
What role does religion play in Israeli government? Orthodox Jews advise many decisions.
Why is Iran called a Theocratic Republic? God is considered the true leader of the nation.
A focus country in the Middle East with a federal government is... Israel.
Legislature (parliamentary) The branch of government that makes and carries out laws.
How do people participate in a Monarch government? Citizens do not have choice in government and economic decisions in a Monarchy.
What type of leader does Saudi Arabia have? A king (or queen)/ Monarch.
Elections in Israel are held every ___ years (unless the ruling party calls for them to be held sooner) Answer= 4
How long does a Monarch rule? Until he dies or gives up power.
The Knesset The Israeli parliament.
What type of government does Saudi Arabia have? A hereditary Monarchy.
Which focus country in the Middle East is a Democracy? Israel.
In a confederation, power is held by the ______ _________. Answer= Local Governments
In a Unitary government, power is held by the ________ __________. Answer= Central Government
Which focus country in the Middle East has a Unitary form of government? Saudi Arabia.
What is a disadvantage of a confederation form of government? The central government only has as much power as the local governments are willing to give.
Which focus country in the Middle East has an Autocratic form of government? Saudi Arabia.
Compare power transfer between an Oligarchy and Democracy. In a Democracy, the people have a lot more freedom to make decisions towards government.
How is the president chosen in a presidential system? Citizens vote for representatives who vote for the president.
Define Shariah Law. Muslim law based on religious teachings of the Quran.
When laws are passed by the Legislature, the president must _____ _____. Answer= Enforce them
What type of power does the Head of State have in a presidential system? Only ceremonial power.
Who is in charge of an Oligarchy form of government? A small group or political party.
Who makes decisions in an Autocratic form of government? A single ruler.
Why are oil and gas valuable natural resources? Large supplies of oil and gas are held in most countries.
Describe an Entrepreneur. A creative person who individually starts a business.
Describe human capital. Knowledge and skills that workers have.
Who makes the economic decisions in a market economy? Individuals.
Why are modern economies seen as mixed economies? Most modern economies are a mix of two different economies.
Describe capital goods. Machines and materials that make it possible for products to be made.
How has Saudi Arabia's government used its national wealth to change the country? Saudi Arabia has done little to change its citizens' lives.
What is a Tariff? A tax on traded goods.
What is a quota? A limit on trade.
What is an Embargo? A ban on trade.
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