Questions and Answers
In an autocracy, what kind of power does the leader hold?
He holds all the power.
Which statement about communism is the most accurate?
Communism gives control to one leader.
An oligarchy is best defined as?
a government ruled by a small, elite group.
Why did direct democracy work for the ancient Greek city of Athens?
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In a monarchy, to what degree does the king or queen hold absolute power?
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Central and state governments influence each other in?
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In a parliamentary system of representative democracy, who is the leader of the party that won the most seats?
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In the United States, who elects the legislature?
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In a federal system of government, power is?
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In a direct democracy, who votes on government policy?
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Which statement best characterizes a dictatorship?
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How long is an individual monarch's term of rule?
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Which statement best defines a communist government?
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What is the main difference between federal and confederal systems of government?
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In which system of government would states function independently of each other?
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Study Notes
Types of Governments
- Autocracy: A system where a single leader holds all power.
- Communism: Characterized by control by one leader who represents a single political party.
- Oligarchy: Defined as a government run by a small, elite group of individuals.
- Direct Democracy: Effective in ancient Athens due to its small population, allowing for close participation in governance.
- Monarchy: Involves a king or queen, holding absolute power when that leadership is elected.
- Federal System: Involves mutual influence between central and state governments, with power divided between them.
- Parliamentary System: The prime minister is the leader of the party that secures the most parliamentary seats.
- Legislature Election in the U.S.: Conducted by citizens, reflecting democratic principles.
- Federal vs. Confederal Systems: Federal systems centralize authority, while confederal systems distribute power among states equally.
- Direct Democracy Voting: In direct democracies, all eligible citizens, not just democrats, vote on government policies.
- Dictatorship Characteristics: Often involves leaders who inherit power through birthright.
- Monarch's Term: Lasts from accession to the throne until death, indicating a potentially lifelong rule.
- Communist Government Definition: Governed by one political party that retains control over the state.
- State Functionality: In a confederal system, states operate independently of each other, unlike federal systems where there’s interdependence.
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Explore various forms of government with these flashcards. From autocracy to communism, this quiz will test your understanding of political systems and their characteristics. Perfect for students studying political science or history.
