Governments of Southwest Asia

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This country's government is a hereditary monarchy. There is no written constitution, and the king rules for life. Options: Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Turkey

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Saudi Arabia

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This country's government is a parliamentary democracy with a Prime minister as the leader.

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Israel

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This country's government is a theocracy, though it does have an elected president and legislature.

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Iran

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All citizens 18 years of age or older may vote. Options: Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iran

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Israel

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Citizens do not get to vote or elect the leader of the country. Options: Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iran

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Saudi Arabia

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Citizens over the age of 16 may vote. Options: Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iran

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Iran

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The Israeli parliament.

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knesset

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Elections are held every four years, unless the party in power begins to lose support. Which country does this refer to? Options: Israel, Saudi Arabia, Iran

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Israel

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The title given to Shia religious leaders who have been recognized for their great scholarship and understanding of religious law.

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Ayatollah

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Iran is sometimes classified as this because they have an elected president and legislature, but religious leaders play an important role in the government's leadership.

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theocratic republic