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Who has the power?
How do they get power?
Characteristics
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What is a democracy?
A type of government where the people rule
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Who has the power in an monarchy?
Queen or King
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How does one gain power in a democracy?
Elections
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What is one characteristic of a totalitarianism government?
-Rule by a single person or party with total control -People have no rights or freedoms
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In the United States, we elect representatives to represent us when it comes to passing laws. What type of government does the United States have?
Democracy
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What is a dictatorship?
A type of government in which one person has the power.
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Who has the power under a communism government?
The government
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How does a monarch gain power?
It is passed down through bloodlines.
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What is one characteristic of a democracy?
-Freedom -Voice -Vote
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In England, Queen Elizabeth shares the power with the Parliament to determine what is best for the people. What type of government is represented in England?
Monarchy
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What is a monarchy?
A type of government in which a king or queen rules.
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Who has the power in an oligarchy?
Upper class or the elite
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Who has power in an anarchy?
No one
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What is a characteristic of an oligarchy?
-Rule by the upper class -Rule by the elite
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In North Korea, Kim Jong Un controls everything. What type of government does North Korea have?
-Totalitarianism -Dictatorship
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What is a communism?
A type of government where one person or party rules. In this government, the government owns all businesses and has total control.
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Who has the power in a theocracy?
Religious Leaders
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How does a ruler gain power in theocracy?
They believe God gave them power and laws, then these laws are enforced.
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What is the difference between an absolute monarchy and a constitutional monarchy?
In an absolute monarchy, the king or queen has absolute power. On the other hand, in a constitutional monarchy, the power is shared between the king or queen and elected officials.
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In Cuba, the government controls everything and provides benefits such as money, food, and health care. What type of government does Cuba have?
Communist or Communism
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What is an anarchy?
A type of government that has no government.
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Who has the power in fascism?
One person or party
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How does a dictator gain power?
A dictator takes power by force. However, they may also manipulate people to win an election and then change their promises.
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What is the difference between a direct democracy and republic?
In a direct democracy, citizens rule directly. Whereas, in a republic, citizens rule through representatives.
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In the Vatican City, the Pope is the head of the government. What type of government is represented in the Vatican City?
Theocracy