Types of Government Flashcard

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In which type of government do citizens directly elect both the legislative and executive branches?

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Presidential Democracy

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What is the main characteristic of an autocracy?

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One leader holds all the power.

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Which type of government allows citizens the most participation in the decision-making process? Options: Autocracy, Democracy, Dictatorship, Absolute Monarchy

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Democracy

Front

Which type of government is characterized by a single leader who often takes power by force?

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Dictatorship

Front

Who is the leader in a presidential democracy?

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President

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In a democracy, how do citizens primarily exercise their power?

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By voting in elections.

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Which type of government has the legislative and executive branches fused together?

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Parliamentary Democracy

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What is the title of the leader in a parliamentary democracy?

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Prime Minister

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What does a bicameral legislature mean?

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The legislative branch is split into two houses.