Spain Government
Symbols of Spain
Vocabulary & Government Roles
Powers of Government
Rights & Responsibilities
100

What kind of government does Spain have?

Parliamentary Monarchy

100

What are the colors of the Spanish flag?

Red and yellow

100

What do we call people who vote and have rights in a country?

Citizens

100

How many powers are in the Spanish government?

Three

100

Who gives people their rights in Spain?

The Constitution

200

Who makes the laws in Spain?

Parliament

200

What symbol appears on the flag?

The coat of arms

200

Who do citizens vote for during elections?

Deputies or councillors

200

What does the Executive Power do?

Runs the country

200

What is one right that all Spanish citizens have?

The right to vote / healthcare / education / religion / strike / meet with others

300

What do we call the two parts of Parliament?

Congress and Senate

300

What is the name of Spain’s national anthem?

Marcha Real

300

What is a municipality?

A town or city

300

What does the Legislative Power do?

Make the laws

300

How old do you have to be to vote for councillors?

18

400

What year did Spain vote for the Constitution?

1978

400

What are the words written on the coat of arms?

Plus Ultra

400

What do councillors do?

They help make decisions for a town or city

400

What does the Judicial Power do?

Makes sure people follow the laws

400

What is the right to strike?

The right to stop working to ask for better treatment

500

Why is it important that Spain is a democracy?

Because citizens can vote and choose their leaders

500

What are the three official symbols?

Flag, Coat of Arms, National Anthem

500

What is the difference between deputies and senators?

Deputies go to Congress; senators go to the Senate and represent regions

500

Why is dividing power between 3 groups a good idea?

It keeps any one group from having too much power

500

Why are rights important in a democracy?

Because they protect people and give them freedom