Category 1
In this system, people have the power to vote for their leaders.
Democracy
In this system, one person, usually a king or queen, rules the country.
Monarchy
In this government, one leader has total control.
Dictatorship
In this government, religious leaders rule in the name of God.
Theocracy
In this type of government, a small group rules the country.
Oligarchy
The United States is an example of this type of democracy where people elect representatives.
Representive Democracy
A government where the king or queen has unlimited power is called what?
Absolute Monarchy
Dictators usually come to power by being ____.
forcefully or taking over government
Laws in a theocracy are based on what?
religious beliefs or holy books
In an oligarchy, the group in power usually shares what?
Wealth or Military or social status
The word "democracy" comes from Greek words meaning “rule by the ____.”
People
The British royal family lives under this kind of monarchy.
Constitutional Monarchy
Citizens in a dictatorship have little or no what?
rights or freedom
Iran is an example of this type of government today.
Theocracy
Ancient Sparta is an example of this government type.
Oligrachy
Name one benefit of living in a democracy.
freedom to vote, freedom of speech, or equal rights
Monarchs usually get their position through what process?
Inheritence or birthright
This type of government is often led by the military.
Military dictatorship
In a theocracy, who often has the most power — priests or citizens?
Priest or religious leaders
In an oligarchy, most people have little say because only a few have what?
Power
In a democracy, what document or set of laws usually protects people’s rights?
Constitution
In a constitutional monarchy, who helps make the laws?
Parliment or elected group
Name one famous dictator from history.
May vary
The word "theocracy" comes from the Greek “theos,” which means what?
God
An oligarchy ruled by wealthy people can also be called what?
A plutocracy