Government Systems and Philosophies

What is the primary characteristic of a unitary system of government?

• Power is divided between national and state governments.

• Power is concentrated in a central government.

• Power is shared equally among regional governments.

• Power is held by a coalition of independent states.

In a federal system of government, how is power distributed?

• Power is held by a single central authority.

• Power is divided between national and regional governments.

• Power is concentrated in regional governments.

• Power is shared equally among all citizens.

Which form of government is characterized by a single leader with absolute power?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Autocracy

• Republic

How does citizen participation differ in an oligarchy compared to a democracy?

• In an oligarchy, all citizens have equal participation.

• In a democracy, a small group holds power.

• In an oligarchy, a small group holds power, limiting citizen participation.

• In a democracy, power is held by a single leader.

What is a key difference between a presidential and a parliamentary system of government?

• In a presidential system, the executive is part of the legislature.

• In a parliamentary system, the executive is separate from the legislature.

• In a presidential system, the executive is elected separately from the legislature.

• In a parliamentary system, the executive is elected by the people.

Which document first established the principle of limited government?

• The English Bill of Rights

• The Magna Carta

• The Petition of Right

• The Declaration of Independence

How did John Locke's writings influence the Declaration of Independence?

• By advocating for a strong central government.

• By emphasizing the need for a monarchy.

• By promoting the idea of natural rights and government by consent.

• By supporting the divine right of kings.

What is the main idea of Montesquieu's "The Spirit of the Laws"?

• The need for a strong executive branch.

• The separation of powers within government.

• The importance of a direct democracy.

• The benefits of a confederal system.

Which type of democracy involves citizens directly voting on laws and policies?

• Representative democracy

• Direct democracy

• Republic

• Oligarchy

How does a republic differ from a direct democracy?

• In a republic, citizens vote directly on all laws.

• In a direct democracy, representatives are elected to make decisions.

• In a republic, elected representatives make decisions on behalf of citizens.

• In a direct democracy, a monarch makes all decisions.