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Spanish government

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What is the document that created a democracy in Spain called?

The Constitution of 1978

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The Constitution of 1978 defines Spain as a:

democratic state, territorially decentralized state, and parliamentary monarchy

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What is a right of a citizen? (give an example)

A right is something a person is allowed to do, such as healthcare and education

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What is a responsibility of a cititzen? (give an example)

A responsibility is an obligation to do something such as pay taxes and respect the law.

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How often are the general, autonomous community, and municipal elections held?

every 4 years

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People vote by ______ ballot.

secret

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What is a parliamentary monarchy?

The King and Queen is the Head of State, but Parliament makes and approves laws.

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Who is heir to the throne?

The firstborn child (male or female)

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What are the three independent powers of the state?

legislative, executive, and judicial

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What are the 2 parts of the Legislative Power (Parliament)?

Congress of Deputies and the Senate

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What does the Legislative power (Parliament) do?

They make the laws and represent all Spanish citizens.

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The __________ decides if a law violates the Constitution.

Constitutional Court

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What are the 2 parts of the Executive Power?

The Prime Minister and the Ministers

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Who chooses the Prime Minister (Head of Government)?

The members of Congress choose the Prime Minister.

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What does the Executive Power do?

They propose ideas and make decisions about domestic and foreign policy.

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The Prime Minister chooses _______ who work in different areas such as education, healthcare, or the economy.

Ministers

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