Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
What is Autocracy?
What is Autocracy?
- Rule by a large group of people
- Government in which citizens elect delegates
- Rule by a small group of people
- Rule by one person (monarchy, dictatorship) (correct)
Define Oligarchy.
Define Oligarchy.
Rule by a small group of people who normally gain control through force.
What is Democracy?
What is Democracy?
Rule by a large group of people.
What is a Representative Democracy?
What is a Representative Democracy?
Signup and view all the answers
What is Direct Democracy?
What is Direct Democracy?
Signup and view all the answers
Define a Constitutional Monarchy.
Define a Constitutional Monarchy.
Signup and view all the answers
What is an Absolute Monarchy?
What is an Absolute Monarchy?
Signup and view all the answers
Define Totalitarian Dictatorship.
Define Totalitarian Dictatorship.
Signup and view all the answers
What is a Unitary System?
What is a Unitary System?
Signup and view all the answers
Define a Confederal System.
Define a Confederal System.
Signup and view all the answers
What is a Federal System?
What is a Federal System?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Types of Governments
- Autocracy: A government type where one person holds absolute power; can manifest as monarchy or dictatorship.
- Oligarchy: Rule by a small group, often gained through force or manipulation; decisions benefit the ruling elite.
- Democracy: Governance by a large group, allowing broader participation in political processes.
Democracy Variants
- Representative Democracy: Citizens elect delegates to represent their interests in government; exemplified by the USA.
- Direct Democracy: All eligible citizens directly participate in decision-making; historically significant in Ancient Athens.
Monarchical Systems
- Constitutional Monarchy: Monarch's powers are limited by law, with a legislative body sharing authority; promotes a balance of power.
- Absolute Monarchy: A monarch has complete control over the state, ruling independently without constitutional or legal restrictions.
Dictatorship
- Totalitarian Dictatorship: An extreme autocratic regime where power is maintained by force and individual freedoms are suppressed; historical examples include leaders like Hitler and Stalin.
Government Structures
- Unitary System: Centralized government structure where most authority is held by a national government, with local entities exercising minimal power.
- Confederal System: A loose alliance of independent states with a weak central authority; states possess significant power and autonomy.
- Federal System: Power is shared between national and state governments, allowing for a balance and division of responsibilities; promotes collaborative governance.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
