Basic Governments

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This form of government was first introduced in the city-state of Athens? Options: Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy, Communism

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Democracy

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Government in which every citizen votes on all important decisions.

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Direct Democracy

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In which type of government does the power rest with the people?

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Democracy

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A(n) ____ is a single ruler, such as a king, queen, who holds all the power in a country or empire.

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monarch

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A(n) ____ is one of several people who rule a country or empire together, sharing the power.

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oligarchy

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"Rule by majority"

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Democracy

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"Rule by the few"

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Oligarchy

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Democracy where citizens elect others to serve in government.

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Representative Democracy

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Which government has its power passed down through a royal family line? Options: monarchy, oligarchy, tyranny, democracy

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monarchy

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Most people had very little say.  Only a few had power.
What type of government is this? Options: Monarchy, Oligarchy, Tyranny, Democracy

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Oligarchy