Forms of Government Quiz

What does the word 'democracy' literally mean?

• Control by the military

• Rule by the government

• Power of the people

• Authority of the monarchy

In a monarchy, who usually inherits the position of the ruler?

• Relatives such as a son or daughter

• Religious leaders

• Military generals

• Elected officials

What is the main feature of a republic?

• Absolute monarchy

• Elected president

• Dictatorship rule

• Total government control

In a totalitarian society, who holds absolute control over all areas of the lives of its people?

• Religious leaders

• Military generals

• The government

• Government officials

What is the main characteristic of fascism?

• Free and fair elections

• Extreme patriotism

• Communal ownership

• Cooperation among citizens

In a dictatorship, who has absolute power?

• The government

• The military

• The people

• The dictator

What is the main characteristic of communism?

• Government control of economic activity

• Free market economy

• Limited personal freedom

• Private ownership of property

In socialism, who owns the means of production and distribution of goods and services?

• Religious institutions

• Individuals

• The government

• Foreign corporations

What is the main characteristic of an oligarchy?

• Democratic practices

• Power held by the wealthy

• Support from the military

• Absence of individual rights

What does the word 'anarchy' literally mean?

• With absolute power

• With democratic practices

• With a chief

• Without a ruler