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HWOO: Governments: Home

Forms of Government

Citizen rights and responsibilities differ according to the type of government system

Different types of government and how they function

The rights and responsibilities of citizens differ in different government systems

Branches of Government

The distribution of power differs according to the form of government

The basic functions of different branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial)

The responsibilities and powers of government officials at various levels

Rules and Laws

Rules, laws and services help society function

How rules, laws and services help a society function

How governments address community needs, eg. make laws, provide public services, taxation to pay for services

Research Process Resources

Researchers inquire into people, issues and events by seeking answers to their questions.