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What is a monarch?

King or queen.

What is a dictator?

A person who rules with complete and absolute power.

What is a democracy?

A form of government in which the people of a country either rule directly or through elected representatives.

What is direct democracy?

<p>A form of government in which all the people meet together at one place and make laws and decide what actions to take.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is representative democracy?

<p>A form of government in which people elect representatives to carry on the work of government for them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a republic?

<p>A form of government in which the people elect representatives to carry on the work for them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an oligarchy?

<p>A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a theocracy?

<p>A system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an autocracy?

<p>A system of government by one person with absolute power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a dictatorship?

<p>A form of government where one leader has absolute control over citizens' lives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when citizens hold political power?

<p>Democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a monarchy, who rules?

<p>King or queen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a direct democracy, the citizens meet and vote on government issues.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of government does Saudi Arabia have?

<p>Theocracy, Monarchy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true of an autocracy?

<p>Government in which one person has all the power</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true of a representative democracy?

<p>Citizens elect representatives to make government decisions on their behalf</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of government does the United States have?

<p>Representative democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Government

  • Monarch: A king or queen rules the country, often inheriting power through family lineage.
  • Dictator: A single leader exercises complete control over the government and its citizens.
  • Democracy: Governance is exercised by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.
  • Direct Democracy: All citizens participate in decision-making and law creation in a public assembly.
  • Representative Democracy: Citizens elect representatives to make government decisions on their behalf.
  • Republic: Similar to representative democracy; power resides with elected representatives responsible for the populace.
  • Oligarchy: A small, elite group holds power and makes decisions for the wider population.
  • Theocracy: Government operates under religious leadership, with officials claiming divine guidance.
  • Autocracy: A government system where a single individual possesses absolute power and authority.
  • Dictatorship: A form of autocracy where one leader dominates all aspects of life and governance.
  • Junta: A military-led group that seizes power, often through force.
  • Anarchy: A state of disorder where there is no governing authority or established rule, leading to chaos.

Additional Terms

  • Saudi Arabia exemplifies a theocracy and monarchy, where law is derived from the Qur'an and the king holds ultimate authority without elections.
  • In a direct democracy, citizens engage directly in governance, voting on issues collectively.
  • The United States operates as a representative democracy, emphasizing elected officials representing the interests of the citizenry.
  • The principle of citizen power highlights that in democracies, ultimate authority lies with the populace.

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Explore the fundamental terms related to different types of government with these flashcards. Each card provides a word and its definition, helping you understand concepts like monarchy, dictatorship, and democracy. Perfect for students learning about political systems.

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