Understanding Government and Economic Systems

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Form of government where the head of state is a sultan with only ceremonial powers.

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Monarchy

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What is the main characteristic of a dictatorship?

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Power held by one person with absolute authority

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Which government system is based on religious law and leadership?

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Theocracy

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This type of system is characterized by leading members of a political party who have more wealth, power, and talents than others. They are referred to as the political elite. China is an example of this.

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Single party state

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This form of democracy attempts to give all citizens an equal voice in public affairs. An example today is the referendum process and initiative process.

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Direct democracy

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What is the main feature of a parliamentary democracy?

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The executive is chosen from the legislature

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Which system has a president who is elected separately from the legislature in a vote by the citizens?

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Presidential democracy

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In a unitary system, where is most of the power located?

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Central government

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Which system divides power between national and regional governments?

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Federal system

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What is a confederal system?

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Power is held by independent states with a weak central authority