Forms of Government Quiz

What is a government?

Which of the following is a characteristic of a constitutional monarchy?

• The King or Queen has absolute power

• The Parliament holds ceremonial power

• The King or Queen holds little governmental power

• The military controls the government

Which body holds the real power in a constitutional monarchy?

What distinguishes a constitutional monarchy from an absolute monarchy?

• The King or Queen has full control

• The Parliament holds governmental power

• The military governs the country

• The citizens elect the King or Queen

Which of the following is a feature of a constitutional monarchy?

• The monarch has absolute power

• The monarch is a ceremonial figurehead

• There is no parliament

• The monarch is elected by the people

What is the process by which the government is chosen in a democracy?

• Appointed by a king

• Elected by the people

• Selected by a council

• Inherited through family

Which city is known as the birthplace of democracy?

What might a dictator do after being initially elected?

• Increase taxes

• Cancel free elections

• Promote free trade

• Expand social programs

What was heavily controlled to promote the government's agenda?

• Education

• Media

• Healthcare

• Transportation

What is the form of government where power is held by a small group, often the wealthy?