Government Types Quiz

What type of government is characterized by a single person holding all power?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Autocracy

• Republic

Which government type is ruled by a small group of people?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Autocracy

• Monarchy

What is a form of government where citizens have the power to vote and make decisions?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Autocracy

• Theocracy

Who is the Head of State of Canada?

• The Prime Minister of Canada

• The Governor General of Canada

• The monarch of the United Kingdom/Canada

• The President of Canada

What is the role of the Governor General of Canada?

• Holds the most political power

• Works closely with the legislature

• Stands in for the monarch

• Is the head of the government

Who holds the most political power in Canada?

• The Governor General of Canada

• The monarch of the United Kingdom/Canada

• The President of Canada

• The Prime Minister of Canada

Until what year was Canada under the authority of the British constitution?

• 1980

• 1982

• 1984

• 1986

In what year did Canada establish its own constitution that outlines the country's laws and freedoms?

• 1980

• 1982

• 1984

• 1986

Does Canada still have ties to Great Britain today?

• Yes, which are seen in the country's government.

• No, all ties were severed in 1982.

• Yes, but only in terms of cultural heritage.

• No, Canada is completely independent in all aspects.

What type of government system does Canada have?

• Unitary system

• Federal system

• Confederal system

• Absolute monarchy