Types of Government

Which type of government is characterized by citizens electing their leaders through free and fair elections?

• Absolute Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Democracy

In which type of government does a single ruler hold all the power, often inherited?

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Absolute Monarchy

• Republic

Which type of government from the following is known for quick decision-making and stable rule but lacks accountability?

• Republic

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Democracy

• Absolute Monarchy

Answer explanation

Due to there only being one ruler, decisions happen very quickly. However, that is a lot of power for one person to hold, and if there is no one to check that power there is a lack of accountability.

In which type of government is power often taken by force or manipulation?

• Republic

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Constitutional Monarchy

Which type of government is considered a 'public matter' with officials elected by citizens?

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

• Absolute Monarchy

Answer explanation

The key being 'public matter' here. In a Republic, the country and its governance are viewed as public concern, and therefore decision making lies with the public looking out for their best interests.

Which type of government combines a hereditary monarchy with a democratic government limited by laws and a constitution?

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Absolute Monarchy

• Republic

• Democracy

Which of the following countries is an example of a democracy?

• North Korea

• Sweden

• Vatican City

• Saudi Arabia

Which of the following countries is an example of an absolute monarchy?

• Brazil

• USA

• New Zealand

• Oman

Which of the following countries is an example of a dictatorship?

• Ireland

• Cuba

• France

• Canada

Which of the following countries is an example of a constitutional monarchy?

• Argentina

• United Kingdom

• Portugal

• Cameroon