1. Systems of Government

2. Distribution of Power
In order to have an effective government, there must be a method for distributing power (authority) within the country.
Federal
Unitary
Parliamentary
Confederations

3. Federal Systems
Federal Systems: Power is, “layered” or shared among different levels. (ex: United States – Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches and Local, State, and National levels.)

4. Unitary Systems
Unitary System: Government power is held at the center and the central (national) government performs ALL of the government functions.

5. Parliamentary System
Parliamentary System: Government power lies with the legislative body and the leader of the country (usually called the Prime Minister) is part of the legislature.

6. Confederal System
Confederal System: Government power is located with the independent states and there is little power in the central government.

7. Scenarios!
Using your notes and your Systems of Government Chart, complete the, “Systems of Government Scenarios” on the back of your chart worksheet.
You may work with a shoulder partner.
KEEP THIS WORKSHEET (You will see these scenarios again on your test!)