U2 Review

Which term describes a government where one person has absolute power?

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

• Confederation

How does a direct democracy differ from a representative democracy?

• Citizens vote on laws directly

• Citizens elect representatives to vote on laws

• A monarch makes all decisions

• A dictator makes all decisions

What is a republic?

• A government ruled by a king

• A government where citizens elect representatives

• A government controlled by a dictator

• A government based on religious laws

What is the purpose of a constitution?

• To establish a monarchy

• To outline the structure and powers of government

• To declare war

• To collect taxes

What are human rights?

• Rights granted by a monarch

• Basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person

• Rights given by the military

• Rights specific to a particular country

What is a confederation?

• A union of sovereign states

• A single centralized government

• A military alliance

• A religious organization

What does sovereignty mean?

• The power to make laws

• Supreme power or authority

• The ability to collect taxes

• The right to vote

What is the function of a parliament?

• To enforce laws

• To make and pass laws

• To interpret laws

• To conduct military operations

What is federalism?

• A system where power is divided between a central authority and constituent units

• A system where all power is held by a single central authority

• A system where power is held by local governments only

• A system where power is held by religious leaders

What does ratification mean?

• Rejection of a proposal

• Formal approval or consent

• Amendment of a law

• Creation of a new law