Social Studies 101 Vocabulary

"I govern because the people elect me. Power is in the hands of the people."

• dictatorship

• oligarchy

• monarch

• democracy

"I rule because my father was king and now I am queen."

• dictatorship

• oligarchy

• monarchy

• democracy

"I took power by force and everyone must obey my laws."

• dictatorship

• oligarchy

• monarchy

• democracy

"I rule because I am the religious leader."

• dictatorship

• oligarchy

• theocracy

• monarchy

Which form of government has no one in charge?

• monarchy

• democracy

• oligarchy

• anarchy

The military is essential in order to retain (keep) power in this form of government

• theocracy

• dictatorship

• traditional/absolute monarchy

• direct democracy

An advantage to a monarchy is that 

• the control of the military helps maintain order

• ensures political and social unity

• clear line of succession

• each citizen has a say in public affairs

What is a characteristic of a direct Democracy? 

• All eligible citizens can assemble and vote on government issues

• Citizens elect representatives and officials to government offices

• Common Citizens can petition the king or queen

• Citizens can vote for the dictator's political party

Elected officials meet to make and enforce laws.

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

• Both

The society, culture, or way of life

• Civilization

• Religion

• Government

• Traditions