1. GOVERNMENT SYSTEMS

2. UNITARY SYSTEM
Gives all key powers to the national or central government

3. FEDERAL SYSTEM
Divides the powers of government between the national government and state or provincial governments

4. Discussion Question:
What are the major advantages of a federal system of government?
Security against concentration of power
Participation at more levels of government

5. Constitutions and Governments
Constitution is a plan that provides the rules for government
Whether written or unwritten, a constitution organizes the structure of gov
Constitution sets out goals and purposes of gov as well as ideals shared by the people
Constitution s provide the supreme law for states and their governments

6. Discussion Question
How important do you think a written constitution is to a democratic form of government?