Government Final Study Guide

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Why are governments necessary?

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They create laws for society to function, provide law and order (safety) for its citizens, and provide necessary services.

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Roads, schools, a police force, and hospitals are all examples of.

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services

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In my country, we have a Queen who is the head of our government. Although she does not make major decisions, she is present at many of our ceremonies.

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Monarchy

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In my country, my leader makes all the decisions. He also has a powerful army to enforce his rules.

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Dictatorship

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In my country, our leader is also the head of our country's main religion. Most of the major decisions are made based upon religious rules.

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Theocracy

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In my country, I am allowed to vote for elected officials, and I enjoy many freedoms. I feel I have participated in my government decisions.

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Democracy

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Right now, my country is in complete chaos. There is no current head of government and there are no services.

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Anarchy

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In my country, a powerful party or group makes all the decisions. There are very few basic freedoms for the citizens. What is this system called?

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Totalitarianism

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called.

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the Bill of Rights

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Where can the Bill of Rights be found?

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The Constitution