Knesset

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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1. How long is Knesset?Members elected for a four-year term, subject to dissolution
2. What is the governing structure?Unicameral legislature
3. What is the seat of government?Knesset building in Givat Ram, Jerusalem
4. How are members of the Knesset chosen?People across Israel vote for parties, and the Knesset uses a proportional system so even smaller parties can win seats if they reach the threshold. This way, 120 MKs are chosen every four years.
5. What does the Knesset do besides making laws?Besides making laws, the Knesset picks the ceremonial President, approves the Prime Minister, watches what the government does, and can end a government if it loses a vote of no confidence.

Unicameral Legislature: A legislative body composed of a single chamber or house.
Proportional Representation: An electoral system where legislative seats are allocated to parties in proportion to their vote share.
Constructive Vote of No Confidence: A parliamentary procedure where a government can only be removed if a majority agrees on a successor.
State Comptroller: An independent official responsible for auditing government finances and performance.