Unit 4: Forms, Systems, and Economic Systems

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What is a direct democracy?

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A system where citizens vote on laws and policies themselves.

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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How does a constitutional monarchy differ from an absolute monarchy?

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A constitutional monarchy limits the monarch’s power through laws and an elected parliament, while an absolute monarchy gives the ruler unlimited control.

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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In which type of government does a small group of wealthy or powerful individuals rule?

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Oligarchy

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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What principle ensures that no one person or group becomes too powerful in the United States government?

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Checks and balances

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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How does monarchy differ from other forms of government?

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Leaders are born into ruling families.

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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This information below describes a form of government.
🔹 Limited personal freedoms
🔹 Rulers are chosen by a higher power
🔹 Laws and decisions are based on religious beliefs
🔹 Religious authorities rule in the name of a god or deity
Which form of government is being described in this table?

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theocracy

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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This picture shows a government leader. Which form of government would have this type of leader?

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monarchy

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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What do a republic and a democracy have in common?

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rule by the people

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.1

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How does a federal system protect liberty?

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By dividing power so no single part becomes too strong

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.2

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Which system of government has a strong central authority with little input from local governments?

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Unitary system

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FL.SS.7.CG.3.2