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Most governments throughout history can be classified into four basic types: oligarchy, monarchy, dictatorship, and democracy.
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An oligarchy is a political system in which power is held by a large group of people.
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In a monarchy, power is held by a king, queen, emperor, or empress.
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In a traditional monarchy, the leader has absolute power.
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In a constitutional monarchy, the ruler’s powers are limited by laws that may be written or unwritten.
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What is the main function of governments according to the text?
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In an oligarchy, who typically holds the power?
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What type of government has a leader who generally rules until the end of his or her life?
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In a constitutional monarchy, how are the ruler’s powers limited?
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What role do citizens play in government in the United States?
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Which type of government is characterized by power held by a small group of people, usually from the upper class?
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In which type of monarchy does the leader generally rule until the end of his or her life?
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What kind of government is characterized by a ruler's powers being limited by laws that may be written or unwritten?
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Which government type is characterized by power held by a king, queen, emperor, or empress?
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What type of government allows citizens to choose their leaders through elections?
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Study Notes
Types of Government
- Governments can be classified into four basic types: oligarchy, monarchy, dictatorship, and democracy.
Oligarchy
- Power is held by a large group of people, typically from the upper class.
- Decisions are made by this small, elite group rather than a single leader.
Monarchy
- Power is vested in a king, queen, emperor, or empress.
- Traditional monarchy features a leader with absolute power.
- Constitutional monarchy has a ruler whose powers are limited by laws, which can be either written or unwritten.
Role of Citizens
- In a democratic government, such as the United States, citizens participate by voting to choose their leaders through elections.
Dictatorship
- A dictatorship is characterized by a single leader who often rules until death or removal from power.
Key Government Characteristics
- Ruler's powers can be limited by laws in a constitutional monarchy.
- Absolute power is typical in traditional monarchies, where the leader makes all decisions.
- Democracy allows for citizen engagement in government through elections.
Summary of Governance Structures
- Oligarchy: Rule by a small elite group.
- Monarchy: Rule by a sovereign, with variations in power structure.
- Democracy: Power lies with the citizens through the electoral process.
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Test your knowledge of historical and modern governments with this quiz. Explore the different forms of government throughout history and in the present day, and learn about the role of citizens in the United States government.
