The 5 Basic Forms of Gov Review

The 5 Basic Forms of Gov Review

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Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Most people in America think we have THIS form of government, but we don't

Back

a Democracy

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Monarchy and dictatorships aren't necessarily "rule by one" because:

Back

there's always a group of people ruling

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the most common form of government in all of history and today?

Back

oligarchy

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of government typically follows a revolution? Options: a democracy, oligarchy, dictatorship, a republic

Back

oligarchy

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Anarchy is a temporary form of government

Back

True

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Majority rule means that:

Back

if over half of the people want something, that's what happens

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In a true republic, the government is limited by: the rulers, the people, the law, elections

Back

the law

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

During anarchy there is typically a "power ________" meaning there's no one to take control of government and leaders are thrust into position

Back

vacuum