Forms of Government
Government ruled by a single leader with total control?
Dictatorship
Which branch interprets laws and checks the constitution?
Judicial Branch
System with a king or queen limited by a constitution?
Constitutional Monarchy
System where citizens vote on laws or elect representatives?
Democracy
Which branch makes and passes laws?
Legislative Branch
System where the government owns all property for equal wealth?
Communism
System where a small group of wealthy elites holds power?
Oligarchy
Which branch enforces and administers laws?
Executive Branch
Philosophy prioritizing extreme nationalism over individual freedom?
Fascism
Government ruled by religious leaders claiming divine guidance?
Theocracy
Complete the system name: "Checks and ______."
Balances
Term for a loose alliance of independent states?
Confederation (or Confederacy)