Political Structures and Systems Test Review

Why do people organize into political structures?

• To create chaos and disorder

• To establish order and manage resources

• To eliminate all forms of governance

• To ensure everyone has the same opinion

Which of the following is a characteristic of a democracy?

• Rule by a single leader

• Citizens have the power to vote

• Government control of all property

• Religious leaders hold power

What is a republic?

• A government where a king or queen rules

• A government where citizens elect representatives

• A government controlled by religious leaders

• A government where one person has absolute power

Which political structure is characterized by a single ruler with absolute power?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Oligarchy

In which political structure do religious leaders control the government?

• Theocracy

• Republic

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

What is a major advantage of a democracy?

• Quick decision-making

• Equal representation of citizens

• Centralized control of resources

• Rule by a single leader

What is an oligarchy?

• A government ruled by a small group of people

• A government where citizens vote directly on laws

• A government led by a single dictator

• A government with no formal structure

Which of the following is a pro of a theocracy?

• Separation of church and state

• Unified moral and legal code

• Diverse religious representation

• Rapid technological advancement

What is a disadvantage of a dictatorship?

• Slow decision-making process

• Lack of individual freedoms

• Equal distribution of resources

• Frequent elections

Which political structure is most likely to have a hereditary ruler?

• Democracy

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy