Vocabulary types of government

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What is a representative democracy?

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A representative democracy is a system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

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direct democracy

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Direct democracy is a system where citizens vote directly on laws and policies.

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Theocracy

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A government system where religious leaders govern in the name of a deity.

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What is a monarchy?

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A monarchy is a form of government led by a single ruler, the monarch, often hereditary.

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What is an oligarchy?

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A government controlled by a small group of people.

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Anarchy

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A state of society without government or authority.

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Unitary

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characterized by unity or being one

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What is a revolution?

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A revolution is a fundamental change in political, social, or economic structures.

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Presidential Democracy

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A system of government where a president is elected as the head of state and government, distinct from the legislative branch.

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Confederal

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Relating to a confederation, where independent states unite for a common purpose while retaining their sovereignty.