Oligarchy

True or False: The oligarchs (leaders in an Oligarchy) passed laws that were fair for all people.

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

This government is run by a group of people.

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

• Dictatorship

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Russia has a ____________________ government

• Theocratic

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Oligarchy

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is a key characteristic of an oligarchy?

• Rule by a single individual

• Rule by a small group of people

• Rule by the majority

• Rule by divine right

What is a government where only a few, very wealthy people rule?

• Democracy

• Tyranny

• Oligarchy

• Assembly

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which of the following best defines 'oligarchy'?

• A government ruled by a single person

• A government ruled by a small group of people

• A government ruled by the majority

• A government ruled by religious leaders

In an oligarchy, who holds the power?

• The entire population

• A small group of individuals

• A single monarch

• Elected representatives

Which sentence uses the word 'oligarchy' correctly?

• The oligarchy was known for its inclusive policies.

• The oligarchy allowed everyone to vote in elections.

• The oligarchy was a government by the few.

• The oligarchy was a form of direct democracy.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

What is a common criticism of oligarchies?

• They are too democratic.

• They concentrate power in the hands of a few.

• They are too inclusive.

• They are too transparent.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which of the following is NOT a feature of an oligarchy?

• Power is held by a small group.

• Decisions are made by consensus of all citizens.

• Leadership is often based on wealth or family ties.

• It can lead to corruption.