Types of executive in government - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Which of the following is NOT a type of executive in government?
Presidential system
Confederal system
Parliamentary system
In a presidential system, who is responsible for enforcing laws?
The judicial branch
The legislative branch
The president
What is the main difference between a presidential system and a parliamentary system?
The head of state is separate from the head of government in a presidential system.
The head of state is more powerful in a parliamentary system.
The legislative branch has more power in a presidential system.
The head of state is separate from the head of government in a presidential system.
Which type of executive allows for a more direct link between the executive and legislative branches?
Presidential system
Parliamentary system
Confederal system
What is the main disadvantage of a presidential system?
Gridlock between the executive and legislative branches
Lack of a clear separation of powers
Instability if the government loses support of the legislative branch
In what way are the types of executive branch of government similar?
Both systems have their advantages and disadvantages. The presidential system provides for a clear separation of powers and allows the president to act independently of the legislative branch.