3.1 Vocab Quiz

Choose two of the following terms and write one paragraph explaining the connection between the two terms.

a) anarchy

b) check and balances

c) democracy

d) due process

e) rule of law

f) autocracy

A form of monarchy without any limit on the monarch (king/queen) is called ​ (a)  

• anarchy
• autocracy
• absolute monarchy

The absence of any form of government is called ​ (a)  

• anarchy
• checks and balances
• Dictatorship

In an autocracy, who has complete control over the government and can make decisions without consulting anyone else?

• The ruler

• The citizens

• The advisors

• The opposition

What is autocracy?

• A form of government where one person has absolute power

• A form of government where power is shared among multiple individuals

• A form of government where citizens have equal power

• A form of government where power is determined by birthright

Which of the following characteristics are associated with autocracies?

• Political competition and freedom

• Limited political freedom and suppression of dissent

• Political competition and suppression of dissent

• Limited political freedom and political competition

Define checks and balances.

• System in which different branches of government have the power to ignore and neglect each other's actions.
• System in which different branches of government have the power to support and assist each other's actions.
• System in which different branches of government have the power to compete and outdo each other's actions.
• System in which different branches of government have the power to limit and control each other's actions.

Define consent of the governed.

• The idea that government gains its power by from the people

• The principle that a government's legitimacy and authority is derived from the consent and agreement of the government officials themselves.
• The principle that a government's legitimacy and authority is derived from the consent and agreement of foreign powers.
• The principle that a government's legitimacy and authority is derived from the consent and agreement of a select few individuals.

What kind of powers do the king or queen have in a c onstitutional monarchy?

• Limited powers
• Shared powers
• No powers
• Unlimited powers

What is a democracy?

• A democracy is a form of government where power is vested in the monarch.
• A democracy is a form of government where power is vested in the military.
• A democracy is a form of government where power is vested in the corporations.
• A democracy is a form of government where power is vested in the people.