Understanding Forms of Government

Which form of government is typically ruled by a king or queen?

• Theocracy

• Monarchy

• Socialist

• Authoritarian

What is a key characteristic of a socialist form of government?

• Rule by a religious leader

• Equal distribution of resources

• Absolute monarchy

• Military dictatorship

What is a common feature of monarchies like Great Britain and Japan?

• They have no government

• They are military dictatorships

• They share power through elected legislatures

• They have no laws

What is the divine right of kings often associated with?

• Economic policies

• Absolute monarchy

• Democratic elections

• Military rule

Which ancient civilization is an example of a representative democracy?

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient China

• Ancient India

Which of the following is NOT a feature of a classical republic?

• Elected leaders

• Majority interests

• Direct rule by a monarch

• Representative democracy

What type of democracy is Ancient Rome known for?

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Absolute monarchy

• Oligarchy

In a republic, to whom are the elected representatives responsible?

• Themselves

• The military

• The people

• Foreign nations

What is the relationship between individual rights and power in an authoritarian government?

• Individual rights are prioritized over power

• Power is subordinate to individual rights

• Individual rights are subordinate to power

• Individual rights and power are equal

What is a characteristic of an oligarchy?

• Power is held by one person

• Power is held by a small group

• Power is held by the entire population

• Power is held by religious leaders