Types of Government Quiz

What is the definition of oligarchy?

• A form of government where power is held by the military.

• A form of government where power is held by the majority of the population.

• A form of government where power is held by a single individual.

• A form of government where power is held by a small group of people.

Which type of government is characterized by a strong central government and regional governments with limited power?

• autocratic government

• confederal government

• federal government

• unitary government

In a confederate government, power is primarily held by:

• the central government

• the monarchy

• the military

• individual states or regional governments

What is the main characteristic of a direct democracy?

• Citizens directly participate in decision-making and vote on laws and policies.

• Citizens have no say in decision-making and rely on elected officials.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• Citizens vote on laws and policies indirectly through representatives.

Which type of government is characterized by power being held by a single ruler?

• democracy

• oligarchy

• anarchy

• autocracy

What is the definition of oligarchy?

• A form of government where power is held by the military.

• A form of government where power is held by the majority of the population.

• A form of government where power is held by a small group of people.

• A form of government where power is held by a single individual.

Which type of government is characterized by a strong central government and regional governments with limited power?

• unitary government

• confederal government

• autocratic government

• federal government

In a confederate government, power is primarily held by:

• the military

• the central government

• the monarchy

• individual states or regional governments

What is the main characteristic of a direct democracy?

• Citizens directly participate in decision-making and vote on laws and policies.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• Citizens have no say in decision-making and rely on elected officials.

• Citizens vote on laws and policies indirectly through representatives.

Which type of government is characterized by power being held by a single ruler?

• autocracy

• anarchy

• oligarchy

• democracy