👉 Act of joining together into a single political entity.
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That’s a very good definition you’ve read, quite clear and true – “An act of joining together into a single political entity.” But let's break it down a bit more, to really understand what "federation" means. Think of it like this: imagine lots of little houses, each with its own rules and ways. They might be happy on their own, but they could be even better if they decided to build a big, strong community together. A federation is just that – a group of smaller parts (states, provinces, regions) coming together to form one bigger whole. Here's the key thing: it’s not simply joining! It’s more than just sticking together. A federation has a special agreement - a constitution really – that says how they’ll share power. Some parts might handle local things, like schools and roads, while others take care of bigger picture stuff, like defense or trade. It's a balancing act, a partnership you see? Let’s try an example: The United States is a federation. Each state has its own laws and government, but they all work together under the rules set out in the Constitution. Canada, Switzerland – those are other examples too! Do you have any questions about that? Is there anything you'd like me to explain further, perhaps with another rhyme or illustration?
