Types of Government
Democracy
A system of government where power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives. In a democracy, citizens have the right to participate in decision-making, express their opinions, and have a say in the laws and policies that govern them.
1st Amendment
Protects fundamental freedoms such as freedom of speech, religion, press,
assembly, and petition. It ensures that the government cannot restrict citizens from
expressing their opinions or practicing their religion freely.
Baker v. Carr
established the principle of "one person, one vote". The Court ruled that
federal courts could intervene in and decide redistricting cases, which had previously been
considered political questions beyond judicial reach. The case forced state legislatures to
redraw legislative districts to ensure equal representation based on population, improving
fairness in the electoral process.
Concurrent Powers
These are powers that are shared by both the federal government and state governments.
This man was the ancestor of an entire tribe of Edomites and one of Esau's descendants, potentially a prominent figure before kings ruled.
Dictatorship
A form of government in which power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or a small group, who hold absolute authority. In a dictatorship, political opposition is often suppressed, and individual freedoms are limited. The leader or ruling party typically exercises unchecked control over the state.
Protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures by the
government. It requires that any warrants issued for searches or arrests must be based on
probable cause and be specific in nature.
Brown v. Board of Education
landmark case in which the Supreme Court declared that racial
segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. The Court overturned the precedent
set by Plessy v. Ferguson (1896), which had upheld "separate but equal" racial segregation.
This decision played a key role in the civil rights movement, marking the beginning of the
end of legal segregation in the United States.
Delegated Powers
These are powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.
This prophet was instructed to visit a widow's home in Zarephath and request bread and water during a severe drought. Who was he?
Who is Elijah?
Theocracy
A system of government in which religious leaders or institutions hold political power, and the state's legal system is based on religious law. In a theocracy, religious doctrines guide political decisions, and the leadership is often considered divinely inspired or sanctioned.
5th Amendment
Provides several protections, including the right against self-incrimination,
double jeopardy, and guarantees due process of law. It also includes the "takings clause,"
which ensures that private property cannot be taken for public use without just
compensation.
Citizens United v. FEC
significant decision that ruled that corporations and unions could
spend unlimited amounts of money on political advertising and other political
activities.
Exclusive Powers
These are powers that are reserved solely for the federal government or the state
governments, and cannot be exercised by the other.
This man was put to death by God for refusing to perform the duty of raising offspring for his deceased brother. Who was he?
Who is Onan?
Oligarchy
A form of government where power rests with a small, privileged group of individuals, families, or organizations. This small elite controls the political, economic, or military decision-making, often for their own benefit, rather than for the majority.
9th Amendment
Asserts that the enumeration of specific rights in the Constitution does not
mean that other rights, not specifically mentioned, are denied to the people. It protects
rights that may not be listed but are still retained by the people.
Marbury v. Madison
This case is one of the most important in U.S. history because it
established the principle of judicial review, which gives courts the power to strike down
laws, statutes, and government actions that are deemed unconstitutional
Reserved Powers
These are powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the
Constitution, nor prohibited to the states, so they are reserved for the states.
This woman, known for her wisdom, intervened to prevent David from taking vengeance on her foolish husband. Who was she?
Who is Abigail?
Anarchy
A situation where there is no formal government or ruling authority, resulting in a state of lawlessness and disorder. Anarchy can arise during times of political collapse, or as a theoretical belief in self-governance without centralized control. It is often associated with the absence of a structured system of leadership.
10th Amendment
States that any powers not delegated to the federal government nor
prohibited by the Constitution to the states are reserved for the states or the people. It
emphasizes the principle of federalism by limiting federal authority.
Roe v. Wade
landmark decision in which the Supreme Court ruled that a woman’s right to
have an abortion is protected by the right to privacy under the due process clause of the
Fourteenth Amendment.
Define Federalism
Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided and
shared between a central (national) government and regional (state or local)
governments.
This Ethiopian eunuch rescued Jeremiah from a muddy cistern, persuading King Zedekiah to have him pulled out. Who was he?
Who is Ebed-Melech?