Types of Government

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In a _____ system of government, all key powers belong to the central government.

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Unitary system of government

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In a _______ system of government, key powers belong to independent sovereign states.

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Confederate system of government

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In a ______ system of government, the powers are divided between the national and state or provincial governments.

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Federal system of government

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A _________ sets out shared ideals, establishes the basic structure, powers, and duties of government, and provides the supreme law for the country.

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Constitution

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A _________ is a limited government because the constitution places clearly recognized boundaries on the powers of those who govern.

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Constitutional government

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__________ governments are sometimes referred to as totalitarian states because the government has total control.

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Authoritarian government

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In a ________, one person has great power, usually through inheritance.

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Monarchy

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A _______ government derives its power from the consent and trust of the people, who rule either directly or through elected representatives.

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Democratic government