Types of Government Quiz

What is a government where one person has all the power called?

• Democracy

• Autocracy

• Oligarchy

• Anarchy

Which of the following is NOT a type of autocracy?

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Democracy

• None of the above

In a monarchy, who usually comes to power?

• A person elected by the people

• The current king or queen's oldest child

• A person chosen by the military

• A person with the most wealth

What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?

• In a direct democracy, there are no representatives.

• In a representative democracy, citizens do not vote.

• In a direct democracy, leaders are appointed, not elected.

• In a representative democracy, there is only one leader.

Which statement is true about a dictatorship?

• A dictatorship is a form of democracy.

• A dictatorship always operates under a constitution.

• Other parts of the government always do what the dictator wants.

• Dictators represent the citizens of the country.

What does the Greek word "oligarchy" mean?

• Rule by one

• Rule by a few

• Rule by all

• Rule by none

What is a theocracy?

• A government where the population is strongly religious

• A government that recognizes God or a divine being as the ultimate authority

• A government ruled by military officers

• A government where everyone is in control

Which of the following statements is true about anarchy?

• It is a form of government where a small group of people has all the power

• It is a form of government where one person has all the power

• It is a form of government where there is no control or everyone is in control

• It is a form of government where all people have equal power

Where would you place theocracy on the chart provided in the document?

• Under "NONE"

• Under "ONE"

• Under "FEW"

• Under "ALL"

What type of government is led by one person who is in charge?

• Autocracy

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy