Forms of Government

What kind of government do the people have on this island?

• Democracy

• No government

Which of these is something that a government does?

• Makes sure everyone gets an equal amount of coconuts.

• Protects citizens' property rights.

• Plants the coconut trees.

What does having a democracy mean?

• one person or group has decision making power

• Everyone gets to participate in decisions.

In a Direct Democracy, who gets a vote?

• everyone

• elected representatives

What is the only way a democracy will work?

• If everyone agrees to go along with the decision with the most votes.

• If the leader gets the support of the military.

What is another term for indirect democracy?

• Socialist democracy

• Representative democracy

How does an indirect democracy or republic work? 

• everyone shares the coconuts

• representatives are elected by the people

Who makes all of the decisions in an Autocracy?

• one person who is the ruler/leader

• everyone

How long do monarchs rule for?

• life

• 4 years

True or False: People under a Dictatorship have a say in the government.

• False

• True