1. Read the text, translate it. Choose and write down 3-4 main sentences.
Ukraine is a sovereign state. It has its own territory, higher and local bodies of state power, government, national emblem, state flag and anthem.
In July 1990 the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Parliament, adopted the document of great importance - the Declaration of State Sovereignty of Ukraine.
According to the Declaration only the Verkhovna Rada can speak on behalf of the whole Ukrainian people.
In July 1996 the Verkhovna Rada adopted the new Constitution of Ukraine. According to it Ukraine is a parliamentary republic with the presidential governing.
The higher body of state power is the Verkhovna Rada. The functions of the Verkhovna Rada are legislation and scrutiny of government activities. The Ukrainian government is headed by the Prime-Minister. The elections of the deputies to the parliament are held every four years.
The President is elected every five years. He is the Head of State. He cannot be elected for more than two terms. The Constitution of Ukraine is the main law in the country. It guarantees certain rights and freedoms to the Ukrainian citizens and
determines their duties.
2. Put the words follow into the correct order and translate the phrase.
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In July 1996 the Verkhovna Rada adopted the new Constitution of Ukraine.
3. Test control.
The President of Ukraine is elected for
- five years
- two years
- 3 months
- six years
- one year
4. Answer.
The President of Ukraine is elected for five years.