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Which statement provides the best definition of theocracy?

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A government ruled by priests or religious leaders claiming a direct link to god.

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Which type of government do these terms describe? *There are different people in charge at different levels of government. * The Constitution is the “heart” of this type of government. *Citizens are provided services at each level of government. *The central government must work together with the other levels of government.

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federalism

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What type of country does the following description describe? The group that runs my country call themselves the “Uniters.” They have been in power for over 25 years. They make up a small minority of people who are heavily armed and dangerous.  I don’t get to make the decisions. I fear for my life and those of my family in this country, but I’m not allowed to leave.

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Oligarchy

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What type of government is being described? My country decided to join the United Nations. Our people are very interested in keeping peace in the world. We think it is a great idea to have an organization that comes together to try and solve problems in a way that avoids warfare and human sacrifice.

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Confederation

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A condition of lawlessness or political disorder brought about by the absence of governmental authority. What is this called?

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anarchy

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When the president works on programs to create jobs and get people working in this country. Which purpose of government is he fulfilling?

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economy

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This document was the FIRST form of self-government in the colonies/New World. The pilgrims agreed to their own rules before they got off the ship.

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Mayflower Compact

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What is government?

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a person or group of people who control a country

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A military leader seizes control of a government during a revolution. He has complete control and kills anyone who opposes him. What kind of government does this nation have?

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a dictatorship

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Brady lives in a representative democracy. What does that mean? A. He will be brought up on charges if he does not vote. B. As a citizen, he is a member of the government and sits in Congress. C. He votes for representatives who decide on the issues and laws. D. He personally votes on every issue and law.

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He votes for representatives who decide on the issues and laws.