Parliamentarism and Political Parties Quiz

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In a constitutional monarchy, who has the legislative power?

Parliament (correct)

Prime Minister

Chancellor

Monarch

What is the source of power in a constitutional monarchy?

Elected officials

Hereditary monarchy

Grace of God (correct)

Democratic elections

Which form of government is characterized by having an elected president as both head of state and government?

Semi-presidentialism (correct)

Parliamentarism

Constitutional monarchy

Authoritarianism

In the context of parliamentary systems, who is typically known as the head of government?

Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

Presidentialism can be seen as a child of which form of government?

Constitutional monarchy Signup and view all the answers

Semi-presidential model is characterized by the presence of which two key bodies?

Elected President and Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinctive feature of the Parliament in the semi-presidential system?

It is directly elected by the people Signup and view all the answers

In a semi-presidential system, how is the role of the head of state different from the common ancestor?

The head of state has no power in appointing the head of government Signup and view all the answers

What power does the president have in a semi-presidential system regarding the appointment of the head of government?

The president shares the power to appoint the head of government Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Parliament and confidence in a semi-presidential system?

The Parliament gives confidence to the government Signup and view all the answers

How does the role of the government differ in a semi-presidential system compared to a monarchy?

The government has political power and presents bills Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature distinguishing a semi-presidential system from other forms of government?

Direct election of both head of state and head of government Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the Head of the Government in a semi-presidential system?

Executive and political power Signup and view all the answers

In a semi-presidential system, how is the Head of the Government appointed?

By the President of the Republic Signup and view all the answers

When does cohabitation occur in a semi-presidential system?

When the Head of Government is of a different political party than the President Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the President of a semi-presidential system resigns or dies?

There is an automatic dissolution of the Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between Italy and Israel in terms of the head of state and head of government roles?

In Italy, the Prime Minister is also the President, while in Israel, they are separate roles. Signup and view all the answers

What is one distinguishing feature of a semi-parliamentarism model?

Presidential powers combined with parliamentary elements Signup and view all the answers