Government Flashcards
A country is ethnicity the same. Example:Japan
Nation -State
Vote for someone to represent us in government.
Republic
There is no sharing power with authorities. Example:Adolf hitler.
Dictatorship
A group of people who control the country.
Government
A small group of people is in charge.
oligarchy
the power is given to people, the citizens, of nation.
democracy
When every citizen is given an equal vote in government.
direct democracy
Citizens elect lawmakers to represent their government. Example: USA
indirect democracy
a government run by religious doctrine.
theocracy
No one is in charge.Example: no countries have this.
anarchy
Total control over the country.
absolute monarchy
Some power but it is restricted by the constitution.
Constitutional monarchy
What are the roles of government?
To make and enforce laws, protect people and to provide public services.
What 3 powers do all governments have?
Make laws, enforce laws and judiciary power.
one political party is in power and people are forced to do what the government tells them.
Totalitarian
