Government Flashcards
Autocracy
One person is in power.
{example: Monarchy and Dictatorship}
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.
Dictatorship
There is no sharing power with other authorities.
Democracy
The power is given to the people.
Oligarchy
A small group of people is in charge.
Direct Democracy
This is when every citizen is given an equal vote in government and, together,make all of the important decisions.
Constitutional republic
A type of indirect democracy found in the USA.
Representative democracy,Indirect democracy
Where the citizens elect {vote for or choose} lawmakers to represent their interest in the government.
Absolute Monarchy
Monarch holds total control over the country.
Theocracy
Is a government run by religious doctrine.
Anarchy
In anarchy, no one is in charge.