Unit 2 Government, Economics, and Religion

What is the purpose/job of the government?

• To provide entertainment

• To enforce laws and maintain order

• To create chaos

• To manage private businesses

What is a constitution? Where are your rights as Americans listed?

• A blueprint for government that shows the structure and the rules. Constitution.

• A collection of historical documents. Library.

• A set of guidelines for international trade. Trade Agreement.

• A list of state capitals. Geography Book.

What is Limited Government? The government and the officials within the government have restrictions (rules/limits) on what is allowed.

• A system where the government has no restrictions

• A system where the government has unlimited power

• A system where the government and officials have restrictions

• A system where the government controls all aspects of life

What is Unlimited Government? The government and the officials within the government have NO restrictions (rules/limits) on what is allowed.

• A government with no restrictions on its powers

• A government with limited powers

• A government with a constitution

• A government with checks and balances

What is the difference between Limited and Unlimited Government?

• Limited government allows people to influence government actions, while unlimited government does not.

• Unlimited government allows people to influence government actions, while limited government does not.

• Both limited and unlimited governments allow people to influence government actions.

• Neither limited nor unlimited governments allow people to influence government actions.

What is a Monarchy? A system of government in which a single ruler exercises supreme power is chosen based on heredity or divine right.

• A system of government where power is held by elected representatives.

• A system of government in which a single ruler exercises supreme power is chosen based on heredity or divine right.

• A system of government where power is distributed among multiple leaders.

• A system of government where the military holds the primary power.

Is a monarchy limited or unlimited government?

• Unlimited.

• Limited.

• Democratic.

• Federal.

A dictatorship is a form of government where:

• Power is held by a single leader or group with little or no political opposition

• Citizens have the right to vote and elect their leaders

• There is a separation of powers among different branches of government

• Laws are made by a democratically elected parliament

Is a dictatorship limited or unlimited government?

• Unlimited.

• Limited.

• Democratic.

• Constitutional.

What is Totalitarianism?

• A form of government with limited control over citizens' lives.

• A form of authoritarian government where one leader or a small group has absolute control over every aspect of citizens’ lives.

• A democratic system with multiple political parties.

• A system where citizens have complete freedom.