Forms of Government Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of a democracy?

• There is no more than one political party.

• There are free and open elections.

• Only the majority is respected.

• Judges are always appointed for life.

Which characteristic is common to BOTH dictatorship and absolute monarchy?

• Both have elected leaders.

• Both support complete artistic and literary freedom.

• Both encourage freedom of speech.

• Both punish opponents to the ruler's authority.

Which feature characterizes a theocratic government?

• The existence of multiple political parties.

• Enforcement of religious laws.

• A written constitution.

• Direct electionsfor governmental decisions.

Which is a PRIMARY source about Egyptian civilization?

• A current encyclopedia entry about an ancient battle.

• An EYEwitness description of a battle written on papyrus.

• A recent biography of Hatshepsut.

• A movie about King Tut's life.

Which idea is central to a democratic government?

• The government's power comes from the consent of the people. (through elections)

• Family connections should determine who should be the next leader.

Which form of government is characterized by having only one political party, censorship of opponents, and the use of terror tactics to maintain its power?

• Representative democracy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Direct democracy

• Dictatorship

Three statements are shown:

1. 1. The basic rights of people are guaranteed.

2. 2. The people elect their own representatives.

3. 3. Open and free discussions of issues are encouraged.

4. Which type of goverment is this?

• Theocracy

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

Which statement was most likely made by an absolute monarch?

• "The government that governs best is elected by the people."

• "In this nation, I decide what the laws are."

• "Government must be based on a written constitution."

• "An elected legislature will pass the laws for our nation."

In a dictatorship, what often happens to citizens who refuse to support the dictators policies?

• They are looked upon as independent thinkers.

• They are ignored by the dictator in power.

• They are arested but given a trial with a jury of their peers.

• They are arrested, jailed and may even be executed.

Which would be considered a secondary source?

• an interview of an eyewitness

• a blog entry from the day of the event

• a photograph of the event

• a textbook lesson about an event