Types of Government Flashcard

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In this type of government people have the power because they can vote for representatives.

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Democracy

Front

In this type of government, the king or queen doesn't have much power in the government. Their power is limited by a constitution.

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Constitutional Monarchy

Front

In this type of government, power and leadership is passed down from older to younger generations through a family.

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Monarchy

Front

In this type of government, citizens' rights and freedoms are protected by a constitution.

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democracy

Front

In this type of government, the ruler has unlimited power, often through force, and the citizens have no voice in their government.

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Dictatorship

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Which type of government do we have in the United States?

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Democracy

Front

What type of government has a king or queen?

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Monarchy

Front

Which of the following would someone who supports a democratic government most likely favor? A society in which citizens freely elect their leaders.

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A society in which citizens freely elect their leaders.

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A dictatorship is the same thing as a monarchy.

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False

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In this type of government the king or queen has total control and there is no limit on power.

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absolute monarchy