Forms of Government and Political Systems

The video explores various political systems worldwide, including democracy, republics, monarchies, communism, and dictatorships. It explains the differences between direct and representative democracies, the potential for corruption leading to oligarchies, and the structure of republics and monarchies. The video also covers the ideologies of communism and the nature of dictatorships. It provides an overview of the United States as a federal republic and the United Kingdom as a constitutional monarchy, highlighting their governmental structures and functions.

What is a key characteristic of a direct democracy?

• Power is inherited through family lines.

• A single party controls the government.

• Citizens have an equal say in government decisions.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions.

How can a democracy transform into an oligarchy?

• When a king or queen is appointed.

• When citizens stop voting.

• When the military takes over the government.

• When wealthy individuals control politics.

In a republic, how are the heads of state chosen?

• Through elections.

• By military coup.

• By appointment from the monarch.

• Through hereditary succession.

What distinguishes an absolute monarchy from a constitutional monarchy?

• The monarch has no power in an absolute monarchy.

• The monarch is elected in a constitutional monarchy.

• The monarch has unlimited power in an absolute monarchy.

• The monarch's power is hereditary in a constitutional monarchy.

What is the ultimate goal of communism?

• To form a coalition government.

• To establish a monarchy.

• To create a stateless, classless society.

• To elect a president.

How do dictators typically come to power?

• By force.

• Through religious appointment.

• Through democratic elections.

• By inheriting the position.

What type of government does the United States have?

• Absolute monarchy

• Federal republic

• Communist state

• Oligarchy

Who is the head of the executive branch in the United States?

• The Monarch

• The Prime Minister

• The Senate

• The President

What is unique about the United Kingdom's constitution?

• It is written in multiple languages.

• It is the oldest written constitution.

• It is the shortest constitution.

• It is unwritten and based on tradition.

Where is the official residence of the UK Prime Minister?

• Buckingham Palace

• 10 Downing Street

• The White House

• The House of Lords