Kaiser Flashcards Preview

Key Terms Germany > Kaiser > Flashcards

Flashcards in Kaiser Deck (4)
Loading flashcards...
1
Q

Kaiser

A
  • inherits his position + rules like a king
  • has personal control of the army and foreign policy
  • appoints and dismisses the chancellor
  • can dissolve the reichstag at any time
2
Q

Chancellor

A
  • runs the government
  • proposes new legislation
  • doesnt need the support of the reichstag or the bundesrat to stay in power
3
Q

Reichstag

A
  • members elected by the public every three years

- memebers pass or reject legislation handed down by the bundesrat

4
Q

Bundesrat

A
  • members are representatives from each state in the German empire
  • its consent is needed or all legislation - but can be overruled by the Kaiser