3.1/3.2 Forms & Systems of Government

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In our country, we elect (vote for) lawmakers to represent our interests in government. Which form of government is this?

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Constitutional Republic

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In an ______, no one is in charge; there are no rules, no order, and no government binding them together. Often referred to as "mob rule".

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anarchy

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In this form of government, only a small group of people are in charge; usually the wealthy.

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oligarchy

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In a ______, a king or queen inherits their power and position through their family line.

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monarchy

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In this form of government, there is no sharing power with other authorities; they are the sole ruler over their people.

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dictatorship

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This form of government is run by religious doctrine.

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theocracy

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In this form of government, there is only one ruler over everyone else.

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autocracy

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In which form of government will you find a monarch that holds some power, but is restricted by a constitution?

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constitutional monarchy

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In this form of government, every citizen is given an equal vote in government and together make all of the important decisions.

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direct democracy

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What do an absolute monarchy, dictatorship, and oligarchy have in common?

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A single individual or small group exercises control over government