Forms of Government
Which form of government allows citizens the MOST direct role in decision-making?
(A) Monarchy (B) Dictatorship (C) Direct Democracy (D) Republic
Direct Democracy
In a dictatorship, citizens’ roles are mostly to: (A) Obey the ruler (B) Elect leaders (C) Write laws (D) Serve in legislature
Obey the Ruler
Which document begins with “We the People”? (A) Declaration of Independence (B) Articles of Confederation (C) Constitution Preamble (D) Bill of Rights
Constitution
Federalists supported a strong central government because: (A) It protected liberties (B) Provided stability (C) Gave states independence (D) Reduced Congress’ power
Which level maintains schools and roads? (A) Federal (B) State (C) Local (D) Tribal
Local
In which government type does power usually pass down through family lineage? (A) Dictatorship (B) Monarchy (C) Democracy (D) Republic
Monarchy
In a constitutional monarchy, citizens’ role is most similar to which system? (A) Absolute monarchy (B) Democracy (C) Dictatorship (D) Tribal rule
Democracy
Who wrote “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”? (A) Madison (B) Jefferson (C) Locke (D) Washington
Jefferson
Anti-Federalists wanted stronger ___ governments.
state
Which level is responsible for foreign policy and declaring war? (A) Federal (B) State (C) Local (D) Municipal
Federal
Which ancient civilization influenced American democracy through direct participation of citizens? (A) Rome (B) Greece (C) England (D) France
Greece
What is the main role of citizens in a Republic?
Vote for representatives who write and vote on what the laws will be
The Declaration of Independence was MOST influenced by which Enlightenment thinker’s “natural rights”? (A) Montesquieu (B) Locke (C) Hobbes (D) Rousseau
Locke
“The powers delegated… to the federal government are few and defined.” — Which side likely said this? (A) Federalist (B) Anti-Federalist
Federalist
Under the Articles of Confederation, the national government was weak because it could not: (A) Collect taxes (B) Make laws (C) Write treaties (D) Trade
Collect Taxes
What is one key difference between a Republic and a Direct Democracy?
Citizens in a direct democracy vote for the laws, while in a republic they vote for representatives
Which government form offers the LEAST amount of say for citizens?
Dictatorship
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal…” —What does this mean and have we lived up to this idea?
All people are equal. We have not lived up to this. Examples: slavery/ women not being able to vote
What compromise helped gain Anti-Federalist support for ratification?
Adding the bill of rights in exchange for anti-federalist support of the Constitution
Which principle explains power shared between federal and state governments?
Separation of Powers
True or False: In a dictatorship, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
Explain one way citizens influence government in a democracy beyond voting.
They can protest, push for certain laws to be passed, pressure elected officials to support what they want.
Which principle is shared by both the Declaration of Independence and the Preamble to the Constitution?
Popular Sovereignty-Government gets its authority to rule from the people
Which document did Federalists write to defend the Constitution?
The Federalist Papers
Give one example of how local governments provide for people in their community
Garbage collection, streets, police, fire, libraries and more