Government

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A king or queen holds ceremonial power while the country is ruled by a constitution.

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constitutional monarchy

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A government where all the citizens have voting power to directly influence laws and government.

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direct democracy

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A government where all the power is held by a single leader who usually uses force to rule

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dictatorship

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A government where the power is shared among a small group of individuals

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oligarchy

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A government where the power lies with the citizens who vote for people to run their government and make choices for the common good.

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representative democracy

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A government where a king holds complete control without any checks or balances to his power

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absolute monarchy

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A government that began in Athens, Greece and requires all citizens to vote on any laws or policies

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direct democracy

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Two governments with a single leader who holds complete control

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absolute monarchy and dictatorship

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A government where the king/queen holds no governmental power but the country is controlled by a voting Parliament

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constitutional monarchy

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A government where power is held by a small group of rich rulers

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oligarchy