Forms of Government

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Every citizen is given an equal vote in government and together everyone makes all of the important decisions

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direct democracy

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There is a sole ruler over the people, and this ruler is often oppressive and limits the rights of their citizens

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dictatorship

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A king or queen's power is limited by a constitution. The monarch has to share power with another governing body.

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constitutional monarchy

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The government controls the entire economy and controls all production and distribution of goods. There is no private ownership.

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communism

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Citizens elect lawmakers to represent their interests in government. Also known as an indirect democracy or a republic.

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representative democracy

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There are no rules, no one in charge, and no government.

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anarchy

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Also known as a republic

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representative democracy

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King or queen has total control over the country.

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absolute monarchy

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A small group of people are in charge. They are typically wealthy.

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oligarchy

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In early European history, government power was held by a variety of kings and queens who ruled their kingdoms with mostly unlimited powers.

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absolute monarchy