Monarchy
The power to rule rests in the hands of one person, usually a _______
King
In an oligarchy, the power to rule rests in the hands of _____.
A small group of wealthy leaders.
In a tyranny, the power to rule rests in the hands of....
an individual who controls almost everything.
In a democracy, the power to rule rests in the hands of...
all the citizens.
Another name for a Tyrant is a ______ .
Dictator
How many people rule in a monoarchy?
1
True or False:
Oligarchy was a common form of government in ancient Greece that replaced Monarchy.
TRUE!
A tyrant takes power by ________ through an unconstitutional way.
ILLEGALLY by Force. (Usually murdering the leader)
What the word "democracy" means?
"People rule".
_____ is a form of government in which the power to rule is taken by force by someone who has the support of the people.
Tyranny
Where does power to rule usually transfer to upon the death of the king?
The oldest son.
How/why do members of an Oligarchy have their power?
They have money $$. They come from rech, wealthy families.
A Tyrant seized power but needed the support of who?
The people. The commoners. The Poor.
How are laws in a democracy made?
The people-more specifically citizens will vote.
_____ a form of government in which the power to rule rests in the hands of ALL the citizens.
Democracy
What root word in monarchy means 1?
mono
When Greek City-States were ruled by Oligarchs, the Rich got richer and the Poor ____ ____ .
got POORER!
A Tyrant is someone who ......
Takes power by force, illegally, or with military help. Is a BULLY!
A group of Greek citizens called an ______ meet to pass laws.
Assembly
A small group of rich, wealthy landowners are called ______ .
Aristocrats (Oligarchs)
Where did an ancient Greek Monarch often get money to fund his wars?
Aristocrats/Oligarchs/Rich Peeps!
Oligarchy means...
Translates to mean "few to rule".
Because Tyrants became harsh and brutal rulers, the _______ overthrew him. (Who overthrew the Tyrants?)
People, Citizens
How is a Direct Democracy and a Representative Democracy different?
Instead of all People voting on a law elected representatives vote.
Military leaders credited for overthrowing the Oligarchs?
Tyrants