Types of Government and P.A.L.S. Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Direct Democracy?

A government run by elected representatives

A system of government where a ruler has absolute power

A system that combines religion and government

A form of government in which citizens rule directly (correct)

What is Representative Democracy?

A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to make decisions (correct)

A system where citizens have no say in governance

A government ruled by one individual

Rule by a few families

What is Monarchy?

A system involving divine leadership

Rule by a few family members

A type of government ruled by elected representatives

A government ruled by one person (correct)

What is Dictatorship?

A government run by one person obtained by force Signup and view all the answers

What is Oligarchy?

Government where power lies with a few people Signup and view all the answers

What is Theocracy?

A government based on religious laws and leaders Signup and view all the answers

What is Anarchy?

Absence of government Signup and view all the answers

What does Power refer to in governance?

The ability to rule Signup and view all the answers

What does Authority signify?

The right to rule Signup and view all the answers

What is Legitimacy in a government context?

The society's belief that their ruler/government has a right to rule Signup and view all the answers

What does Sovereignty mean?

The supreme and ultimate power within a territory Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Government

Direct Democracy: Citizens participate directly in decision-making without elected representatives.
Representative Democracy: Citizens elect representatives to create and enforce laws on their behalf.
Monarchy: Government led by a single ruler, the monarch, which can be absolute or constitutional.
Dictatorship: Governed by one individual who often seizes power through force; lacks public support.
Oligarchy: Power held by a small group or family; decisions are made by this elite group.
Theocracy: Government intertwined with religious authority, often led by religious leaders.
Anarchy: A state of society without government or authority, leading to chaos or disorder.

Concepts of Governance

Power: The capacity to influence or control the actions and policies of a government.
Authority: The recognized right or legitimacy to govern and enforce rules within a society.
Legitimacy: The public's acceptance of a governing body’s right to rule, crucial for stability.
Sovereignty: Ultimate power resides within a territory, typically held by its citizens; in the U.S., this means sovereignty belongs to the people.

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Explore key concepts related to government types and the principles of Power, Authority, Legitimacy, and Sovereignty with these informative flashcards. Learn about Direct Democracy, Representative Democracy, and Monarchy, enhancing your understanding of various governance systems.