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29. International Civics Challenge

Research a government other than the United States and learn the answers to the following questions:

Beginner

• What is the current form of government of this nation?
• What is the general structure of the government (for example, does it have individual governing entities at localized levels, or is it one governing body)?
• Identify the basic doctrines and ruling bodies of this government.
• What is the economic system in this government and who are its international trade partners?

Intermediate

• Identify the major parts of this government and how they work together.
• Are there elected officials? If so, identify the primary positions and their term lengths.
• How are laws created in this government?
• How are laws enforced in this government?

Expert

• When was this government established?
• How does this government view individual rights and civil issues?
• What were the significant historical events that led to the institution of this government?
• What forms of government existed before the current government?

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