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M.E. Government/Econ

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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)leader
Who chooses the leader in a parliamentary system? The political party with the most representatives in the legislature
What is theocracy? A government that sees God as the religious leader
What role does religion play in the Israeli government? They have some influences in making laws
Iran is considered a theocratic republic. Why? Iran's government is led by both an 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 laws in a parliamentary government? Legislature
How do people participate in a monarch government? They have little choice because the ruler (king or queen) 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 (4)
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 of the power is with the Local government
If you live under a unitary form of government, most of the power is with the Central government
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 governments 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 that make the laws
How is a president chosen in a presidential system? In a separate vote from the one that chooses the legislature
Define 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 with 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 businesses & products
What is human capitol? Knowledge & skill that makes it possible for workers to earn a living producing goods & services
Who makes the economic decisions in a market economy? Individuals
Modern economies are seen as mixed economies. Why is that? Individuals & government play a role
Describe capitol goods. Factories, machines, & technology that people use to make other goods & services important for economic growth
How has Saudi Arabia's government used its national wealth to change the country? The monarchy has used its great wealth from oil to bring irrigation, desalination, and technology to its country
What is a tariff? A tax placed on goods coming into one country from another
What is a quota? A limit to the number or amount of a foreign-produced good that is allowed into a country
What is an embargo? A formal halt/ban to trade with a certain country for economic/political reasons
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