1 Forms of Government, Greece, Rome, and Ancient Law

A single leader rules for life. His eldest son will inherit the throne when he dies. What type of government is this?

• A. Monarchy

• B. Republic

• C. Oligarchy

• D. Anarchy

A small group of military generals seize power and make decisions together. Citizens have no say in government. What type of government is this?

• A. Dictatorship

• B. Theocracy

• C. Oligarchy

• D. Republic

The people elect representatives who make decisions on their behalf. What type of government is this?

• A. Republic

• B. Direct Democracy

• C. Anarchy

• D. Constitutional Monarchy

A ruler controls every aspect of life: politics, economy, media, and even beliefs. What type of government is this?

• Federalism

• Totalitarian

• Republic

• Democracy

There is no government or laws, and people must protect themselves. What type of system is this?

• Anarchy

• Tyranny

• Republic

• Monarchy

The government owns all property and wealth. There are no private businesses. All people are supposed to be equal. What form of government is this?

• Plutocracy

• Communism

• Dictatorship

• Oligarchy

Power is shared between a central government and smaller state governments. What type of government is this?

• Federalism

• Monarchy

• Unitary

• Confederation

A charismatic leader takes control by promising to restore national pride and power, often using extreme nationalism. What type of government is this?

• Fascism

• Republic

• Theocracy

• Monarchy

Citizens directly vote on whether to raise taxes for schools in their community. What type of government action is this?

• Direct Democracy

• Republic

• Oligarchy

• Autocracy

A ruler claims to have unlimited power, but does not rely on religion, only his authority. What is this called?

• A. Autocracy

• B. Constitutional Monarchy

• C. Democracy

• D. Federation