Government Flashcards
Autocracy
one person is in power
Totalitarian
One political party is in power. and people are forced to do what the government tells them.
Monarchy
A king or queen inherits their power and position through their family line.
Absolute monarchy
The monarch holds total control over the country
Constitutional monarchies
monarch holds some power, but it is restricted by a constitution.
Dictatorship
there is no sharing power with other authorities.
Oligarchy
A small group of people is in charge.
Democracy
The power is given to the people, the citizens, of nation
Direct Democracy
This is when every citizen is given an equal vote in government and, together, make all of the important decisions.
representative democracy also known as indirect democracy
Where citizens elect (vote for, or choose) lawmakers to represent their interests in the government.
Theocracy
A government run by religious doctrine.
Anarchy
in an anarchy, no one is in charge
What are three powers that all governments have
Judicial make sure people follow laws, executive enforces laws, and legislative is make laws.
indirect democracy also known as representative democracy
Where citizens elect (vote for, or choose) lawmakers to represent their interests in the government.
Modern democracies divide power into what 3 branches
Judicial, legislative, and executive
