1.01: Content - What is Government? Part 2

What is a representative democracy?

• A government where a small group of elites hold power.

• A government ruled by a single person.

• A government where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• A government where citizens govern directly.

In a representative democracy, what is protected even if the majority disagrees?

• Direct voting

• Minority rights

• Absolute power

• Majority rule

Which of the following is an example of direct democracy?

• The British Parliament

• Ancient Athens Assembly

• The Chinese Communist Party

• The United States Congress

What type of government does the United States have?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Totalitarianism

• Representative democracy

Which countries are examples of oligarchic governments?

• United States and Canada

• Saudi Arabia and Qatar

• China and Cuba

• United Kingdom and France

What is a characteristic of a totalitarian government?

• Power is held by a hereditary ruler.

• Elected representatives make decisions.

• Government controls all aspects of citizens' lives.

• Citizens have significant political power.

What is an example of civic engagement in a representative democracy?

• Following all government orders without question

• Allowing a single ruler to make all decisions

• Ignoring elections

• Voting for representatives

Which form of government is characterized by a single hereditary ruler?

• Oligarchy

• Totalitarianism

• Representative democracy

• Monarchy