Chapter 1 Lesson 2: Types of Government

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a federal system of government?

• All key powers are held by the central government.

• A loose union of independent states.

• Powers are divided between national and state governments.

• One person controls all aspects of government.

Multiple Choice

What is one key reason why a constitutional government is considered limited?

• It has no written laws.

• It places limits on the powers of government officials.

• It allows one person to rule.

• It controls all aspects of citizens' lives.

Multiple Choice

What form of government is illustrated in the picture?

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Confederation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are characteristics of an authoritarian government?

• Control of all aspects of citizens' lives

• Rule by a king or queen

• Power divided between national and state governments

• People elect representatives

Open Ended

What is one principle of democracy that you think is most important, and why?