Unit 1 - Government

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monarchy

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One person rules for life, usually as a result of inheriting the position as a member of a certain family.

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direct democracy

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The people govern themselves by meeting together and making laws for their society.

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indirect democracy (republic)

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The people choose those who govern them through elections.

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dictatorship

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One person rules the nation with no limits on their power.

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What intellectual movement (a time period of new ideas) inspired the Constitution?

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the Enlightenment

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What were the first political parties of the United States?

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Federalists and Anti-Federalists

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Which party wanted a strong federal government?

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Federalists

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Which party wanted strong state governments with a weak federal government?

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Anti-Federalists

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What was the first plan of government for the United States?

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The Articles of Confederation

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Why were the Articles of Confederation unsuccessful?

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The federal government was too weak.