Study "Brazil", a flashcard deck on FORKSAI.
Which of the following best describes Brazil's federal system structure?
A. Brazil has a decentralized federal system comprising a central government (the Union), state governments, and local governments (municípios).
How many states does Brazil have, and what is the name of its federal district?
A. Brazil has 26 states and one federal district called Brasília.
What is the term limit for the President of Brazil?
A. The President of Brazil is elected for four-year terms and may be reelected only once.
Which branch of Brazil's government has the exclusive right to initiate budgetary legislation?
A. The Executive Branch, specifically the President, has the exclusive right to initiate budgetary legislation.
When did Brazil gain its independence and from which country?
A. Brazil gained its independence in 1822 from Portugal.
What type of legislative system does Brazil have?
A. Brazil has a bicameral legislative system comprising a Senate and a Chamber of Deputies.
How many senators does each state and the federal district contribute to the Brazilian Senate?
A. Each state and the federal district contribute three senators to the Brazilian Senate.
What is the primary role of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil's legislature?
A. The Chamber of Deputies safeguards the interests of the districts.
Who names the 11 judges to Brazil's Supreme Court?
A. The President names the 11 judges to Brazil's Supreme Court.
Which of the following is NOT a type of court within the Brazilian Judiciary?
D. Tribal Courts are not mentioned as a type of court within the Brazilian Judiciary. The system includes Supreme, Superior, federal appeal, labor, electoral, military, and state courts.