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A ______ is a political state in which the power resides with the people.
A ______ is a political state in which the power resides with the people.
republic
Despotism is characterized by cruel government led by an all-powerful ______.
Despotism is characterized by cruel government led by an all-powerful ______.
ruler
An ______ allows citizens to participate in choosing their leaders.
An ______ allows citizens to participate in choosing their leaders.
democracy
The process to formally put an end to a law is known as ______.
The process to formally put an end to a law is known as ______.
Tyranny refers to the abusive and oppressive use of ______ power.
Tyranny refers to the abusive and oppressive use of ______ power.
A system of government where a small group controls a country is known as an ______.
A system of government where a small group controls a country is known as an ______.
When someone takes power illegally or by force, they ______ that power.
When someone takes power illegally or by force, they ______ that power.
The branch of government that is responsible for implementing laws is called the ______ branch.
The branch of government that is responsible for implementing laws is called the ______ branch.
The concept of rights that cannot be taken away or given up is referred to as ______ rights.
The concept of rights that cannot be taken away or given up is referred to as ______ rights.
To formally end a practice or law is to ______ it.
To formally end a practice or law is to ______ it.
______ refers to a government led by a small group of people.
______ refers to a government led by a small group of people.
In a ______, citizens have the right to choose their leaders through elections.
In a ______, citizens have the right to choose their leaders through elections.
The ______ branch of government interprets laws and administers justice.
The ______ branch of government interprets laws and administers justice.
To ______ means to take power unlawfully or by force.
To ______ means to take power unlawfully or by force.
______ is the practice of formal approval or agreement.
______ is the practice of formal approval or agreement.
Flashcards
Sovereign
Sovereign
A ruler, king, or queen with supreme authority.
Despotism
Despotism
Cruel government by an all-powerful ruler.
Assent
Assent
To express approval or agreement.
Tyranny
Tyranny
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Usurp
Usurp
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Govern
Govern
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Oligarchy
Oligarchy
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Republic
Republic
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Democracy
Democracy
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Legislative
Legislative
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Executive
Executive
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Judicial
Judicial
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Endowed
Endowed
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Unalienable
Unalienable
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Abolish
Abolish
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Sovereign ruler
Sovereign ruler
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Despotism
Despotism
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Assent
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Tyranny
Tyranny
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Usurp power
Usurp power
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Govern
Govern
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Oligarchy
Oligarchy
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Republic
Republic
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Democracy
Democracy
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Legislative branch
Legislative branch
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Executive branch
Executive branch
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Judicial branch
Judicial branch
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Endowed
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Unalienable rights
Unalienable rights
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Abolish
Abolish
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Sovereign
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Despotism
Despotism
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Assent
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Tyranny
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Usurp
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Govern
Govern
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Oligarchy
Oligarchy
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Republic
Republic
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Democracy
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Legislative
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Executive
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Judicial
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Endowed
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Unalienable
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Abolish
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Study Notes
Political Terms
- Sovereign: A ruler, king.
- Despotism: A cruel government by an all-powerful ruler.
- Assent: To express approval or agreement.
- Tyranny: Abusive and oppressive use of ruling power.
- Usurp: To seize power illegally or by force.
- Govern: To manage the affairs of a state or country.
- Oligarchy: A small group controlling a country.
- Republic: A political state where power rests with the people.
- Democracy: A system of government where citizens choose leaders.
Branches of Government
- Legislative: The power to make laws.
- Executive: The branch responsible for enforcing laws.
- Judicial: Relating to the administration of justice through courts.
Fundamental Rights/Concepts
- Endowed: Naturally provided with a quality, ability, or asset.
- Unalienable: Impossible to take away or give up.
- Abolish: To formally end something.
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