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What defines an absolute monarchy?
What defines an absolute monarchy?
- A form of government in which a king or queen has complete control over all subjects and lands. (correct)
- A government led by a council of nobles presiding over different regions.
- A system led by a military general without civilian oversight.
- A government where the ruler shares power with elected representatives.
Which of the following accurately describes a constitutional monarch?
Which of the following accurately describes a constitutional monarch?
- A head of state who has limited power and operates within a constitution. (correct)
- A figurehead who has no actual power to influence government decisions.
- A military leader who governs without the approval of any legislative body.
- A leader who rules with absolute power and no legal restrictions.
What is the primary feature of autocracy?
What is the primary feature of autocracy?
- Leadership is shared between military and civilian authorities.
- Power is divided among various branches of government.
- Government decisions are made by popular vote.
- The ruler has absolute or total power. (correct)
How is a military leader characterized in governance?
How is a military leader characterized in governance?
What role does a chief public representative play in government?
What role does a chief public representative play in government?
Flashcards
Absolute Monarchy
Absolute Monarchy
A government with a king or queen holding complete control.
Chief Public Representative
Chief Public Representative
Leader representing the people.
Constitutional Monarch
Constitutional Monarch
A limited ruler with a specific role and constitution.
Autocracy
Autocracy
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Military Leader
Military Leader
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Study Notes
Forms of Government
- Absolute Monarchy: A form of government where a king or queen has complete control over the people and land.
- Chief Public Representative: The chief public representative of a country is a leader like a president or a monarch.
- Leader Controlling Three Branches of Government: A single leader controls all three branches of government,
- Constitutional Monarchy: A form of government where the head of state, a monarch, has limited power, and the power is shared with an elected legislative body.
- Sovereign: A sovereign is the head of state in a constitutional monarchy, with limited power.
- Autocracy: A form of government where a single person holds absolute power.
- Absolute in Autocracy: In an autocracy, the ruler has complete power; also called total power.
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