Prime Minister of Ukraine

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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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. What is the office?Head of Government, Ukraine
2. What is the historical predecessor?Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Ukrainian SSR (abolished 1991)
3. How does someone become Prime Minister of Ukraine?The President nominates a candidate, and the parliament (Verkhovna Rada) confirms them.
4. Why is the Prime Minister important for Ukraine?They help keep the government stable, grow the economy, and protect the country.

Executive Branch: The branch of government responsible for executing and enforcing laws, headed by the Prime Minister in Ukraine.
Cabinet of Ministers: The collective executive body of the Ukrainian government, led by the Prime Minister.
Verkhovna Rada: The unicameral parliament of Ukraine, holding legislative power and confirming the Prime Minister.
Government Reshuffle: A significant change in the composition of the government, often involving the replacement of ministers or the Prime Minister.