SWA Gov. Vocab flashcard

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Power held by one central authority

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Unitary Government

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Voting age in Israel?

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18

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Power is shared between a central authority and regional authorities.

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Federal Government

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Local governments hold power; central government has power only if granted by local governments.

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Confederation Government

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One person holds unlimited power through inheritance or military force.

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Autocratic Government

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King, Queen, or Emperor holds supreme, inherited power.

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Absolute Monarchy

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Government elected by the people.

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Democracy

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Govt ruled by a few; wealthy control the country.

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Oligarchy

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A country run by religion.

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Theocracy

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System of government where the president operates independently of the legislature.

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Presidential Democracy