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Questions and Answers
A ______ is a cruel government led by an all-powerful ruler.
A ______ is a cruel government led by an all-powerful ruler.
despotism
In a ______, power resides with the people rather than a monarch.
In a ______, power resides with the people rather than a monarch.
republic
To ______ is to take power or someone else's position illegally or by force.
To ______ is to take power or someone else's position illegally or by force.
usurp
In a ______, citizens participate in selecting their leaders through voting.
In a ______, citizens participate in selecting their leaders through voting.
The ______ branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.
The ______ branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice.
Flashcards
Sovereign
Sovereign
A ruler, king, or queen with supreme power.
Despotism
Despotism
A cruel government ruled by an all-powerful leader.
Assent
Assent
To agree or approve formally.
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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Study Notes
Political Terms
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Sovereign: A ruler, king.
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Despotism: Cruel government by a powerful ruler.
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Assent: Expressing approval or agreement.
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Tyranny: Abusive and oppressive use of power.
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Usurp: Taking power illegally or by force.
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Govern: Managing a state or country's affairs.
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Oligarchy: A small group controlling a country.
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Republic: A political state where power rests with the people.
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Democracy: System where citizens choose leaders.
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Legislative: Having the power to create laws.
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Executive: Government branch that enforces laws.
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Judicial: Related to the administration of justice.
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Endowed: Naturally provided with a quality or ability.
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Unalienable: Impossible to take away or relinquish.
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Abolish: To formally end something.
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