Types and systems of Government

The idea that if the government failed, it's citizens would no longer agree to be governed and had the right to revolt.

• Social contract

• Natural laws

• Republicanism

In which example are leaders born into ruling families

• Democracy
• Republic
• Monarchy

 In which example would a citizen vote to elect a candidate

• Direct Democracy

• Republic/Representative Democracy

• Dictator
• Monarchy

 In which example would all citizens participate in decision making

• Direct Democracy

• Republic/Representative Democracy

• Dictator
• Monarchy

What do a republic and a direct democracy have in common?

• Rule by a single political party

• Rule by the people

• a small group of leaders

• a single leader

Where democracy originated

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Greece

What does an absolute monrchy and autocracy have in common?

• a written constitution

• a national court system

• a single legislative body

• a single ruler

Led by a king or queen

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

How does a monarchy differ from other forms of government

• Leaders are born into ruling families

• Leaders are named in the Constitution

• Leaders are given powers in elections

Lisa is listening to candidate speeches for her states open Governor seat. When election day comes, she will vote for the best candidate. What form of government does Lisa have?

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy