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How does an absolute monarchy differ from a constitutional monarchy?
Absolute monarchs have unlimited power
Which is a characteristic of a dictatorship?
Power is centralized in one individual
What is the primary method for citizens to participate in a democracy?
Voting in elections
Which theory of government emphasizes the necessity of a collective agreement for mutual benefits?
Social Contract Theory
The concept of sovereignty can be challenged when:
Other countries refuse to recognize a state's independence.
A system where one individual holds unlimited power
What is autocracy?
Why did the Magna Carta mark an important step toward constitutional government?
It limited the powers of the king and established rule of law
What is one way citizens can ensure government accountability?
By participating in fair and free elections
Governments originated when an individual or group took control by force.
The Force Theory of government.
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
The Constitution
It justified monarchs' rule as ordained by God
What is the significance of the "Divine Right of Kings"?
How has socialism evolved in modern economies?
By blending government planning with private ownership
Why might a socialist system provide government-funded healthcare?
To guarantee access based on need rather than income
Government's ability to conduct its own foreign and domestic policies reflect the concept of
Sovereignty
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
435
What was one purpose of the Communist Manifesto written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels?
To advocate for a classless society
What does the "iron law of oligarchy" suggest about organizations?
They tend to develop elite control over time
How can an oligarchy develop within a democracy?
By concentrating power among a wealthy elite
How does the Evolutionary Theory explain the origin of government?
Through gradual development from family and tribal structures.
Name one U.S. Terrtory.
What is a common feature of authoritarian governments?
Limited political participation by citizens
What is one responsibility of an informed citizen in a democracy?
To stay informed and participate in civic discourse
Which characteristic distinguishes a state from a city?
Sovereignty
If a group of people revolted against a monarchy and established a democracy, which theory of the origins of government does this demonstrate?
Social Contract.
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
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