Unit 1 - Foundations of Government

This type of government places an emphasis on individual liberty

• Autocracy

• Oligarch

• Democracy

• Monarchy

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• Abraham Lincoln
• Benjamin Franklin

What type of government system does on person have all the power?

• Autocracy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

What type of government system is the power help by a small group?

• Autocracy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

A group of people united by bonds of race, language, custom, tradition, and sometimes religion

• State

• Nation

• Community
• Nation-State

Which of the following are characteristics of a state? (Choose all that apply)

• Has a defined territory
• Has a central government
• Has a population
• Is always democratic

Rules for what a government can and cannot do

• Constitution
• Bill of Rights
• Declaration of Independence
• Articles of Confederation

What is the purpose of government? (Choose all that apply)

• Maintain social order

• Provide public service

• Ensure national security

• To manufacture goods

Which system of government involves citizens voting for individuals to represent their interests and make decisions on their behalf?

• Republic

• Monarchy
• Oligarchy
• Federal

What type of government system has all the power concentrated at the national level?

• Federal System
• Unitary System
• Confederate System
• Parliamentary System