SSCG1,16 Quiz

What type of government has a single central authority that holds all the power?

• Federal

• Unitary

• Confederal

• Democratic

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In which type of government do states or regional authorities hold the majority of the power?

• Federal

• Unitary

• Confederal

• Democratic

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Which form of government allows citizens to vote directly on laws and policies?

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

• Republic

• Oligarchy

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What is the primary difference between an autocracy and an oligarchy?

• The number of people in power

• The level of citizen participation

• The geographic distribution of power

• The type of laws enacted

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Which type of government is characterized by a high level of citizen participation?

• Authoritarian

• Autocracy

• Oligarchy

• Democratic

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How does a federal system of government distribute power?

• Power is held by a single central authority.

• Power is shared between a central government and regional governments.

• Power is held by regional authorities.

• Power is held by a monarch.

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Why are citizens required by law to pay taxes?

• To support the military

• To fund public services and infrastructure

• To control inflation

• To reduce unemployment

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What is one way citizens can voluntarily participate in the political process?

• Paying taxes

• Serving on a jury

• Voting in elections

• Registering for military duty

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Describe the role of a citizen in a representative democracy.

• Citizens vote directly on laws and policies.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• Citizens have no role in government decisions.

• Citizens are required to serve in the military.

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What is the purpose of serving on a jury?

• To enforce laws

• To ensure a fair trial

• To create laws

• To collect taxes

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