Exploring Types of Government

What is the primary function of a government?

• To entertain the public

• To provide free services

• To create art

• To control and manage a country or land

Which type of power allows leaders to have full control without any limitations?

• Unlimited power

• Shared power

• Limited power

• Delegated power

How do dictators typically maintain control over their country?

• By providing free services

• Through religious teachings

• Through democratic elections

• By using fear and force

Which country is a modern example of a dictatorship?

• United Kingdom

• India

• Japan

• North Korea

In a monarchy, how is power typically transferred?

• By public vote

• Through elections

• By force

• Through family bloodlines

What is the difference between an absolute monarchy and a constitutional monarchy?

• Both have limited power

• Absolute monarchy has limited power, constitutional monarchy has unlimited power

• Absolute monarchy has unlimited power, constitutional monarchy has limited power

• Both have unlimited power

What is the defining characteristic of a theocracy?

• Religious leaders hold all power

• Leaders are elected by the people

• Leaders are chosen based on their wealth

• Military leaders hold all power

Which country is a modern example of a theocracy?

• Iran

• France

• Australia

• United States

In a democracy, how do citizens typically exercise their power?

• By inheriting power

• By using force

• Through voting

• Through religious rituals

What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?

• Both involve voting for representatives

• Direct democracy involves voting on every issue, representative democracy involves voting for representatives

• Direct democracy involves voting for representatives, representative democracy involves voting on every issue

• Both involve voting on every issue