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What is the main characteristic of a democracy?
Which system of government features a separate executive branch headed by a president?
What is the concept of a state having supreme authority over its territory and internal affairs?
What is the main goal of socialism?
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Which system of government features a monarch as the head of state, but their powers are limited by a constitution?
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What is the practice of conducting negotiations and relations between states?
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What is the term for the growing interconnectedness of economies worldwide?
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Which economic system emphasizes collective ownership of means of production?
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What is the term for the total value of goods and services produced within a country's borders?
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What is the rate of change in prices of goods and services?
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What is the percentage of the labor force without jobs?
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What is the growing gap between rich and poor?
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Study Notes
Politics
Types of Political Systems:
- Democracy: A system where power is held by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.
- Monarchy: A system where power is held by a monarch or royal family.
- Autocracy: A system where power is held by a single individual or group.
- Theocracy: A system where power is held by a religious institution or leader.
Forms of Government:
- Parliamentary System: A system where the executive branch is drawn from and accountable to the legislature.
- Presidential System: A system where the executive branch is separate from the legislature and is headed by a president.
- Constitutional Monarchy: A system where a monarch serves as the head of state, but their powers are limited by a constitution.
Political Ideologies:
- Liberalism: A belief in individual freedom, equality, and limited government intervention.
- Conservatism: A belief in traditional values, limited government intervention, and preservation of social order.
- Socialism: A belief in collective ownership of the means of production and distribution of resources.
- Communism: A belief in a classless, stateless society where resources are shared equally.
International Relations:
- Sovereignty: The concept of a state having supreme authority over its territory and internal affairs.
- Diplomacy: The practice of conducting negotiations and relations between states.
- International Organizations: Entities such as the United Nations, European Union, and NATO that aim to promote cooperation and resolve conflicts between states.
Political Issues:
- Globalization: The increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies and cultures.
- Climate Change: The gradual increase in global temperatures and its impact on the environment.
- Human Rights: The fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals, including the right to life, liberty, and security.
- National Security: The protection of a state's interests and citizens from external threats.
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Test your knowledge of different types of political systems, forms of government, political ideologies, and key concepts in international relations and political issues. From democracy and monarchy to liberalism and communism, see how well you understand the basics of politics and government.
