government Flashcards

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autocracy

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1 person in charge.

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totalitarian

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1 political party in charge and government tells you what to do.

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3
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democracy

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The power that is given to the people/citizens

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4
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monarchy

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The king/queen inherits power through the family line.

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5
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absolute monarchy

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total control over the country

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6
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direct democracy

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all the power that is given to the people/citizens

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7
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constitutional monarchy

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Has some power but is restricted to a constitution

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8
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Dictatorship

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there is no sharing power with other authorities the dictator is a solo ruler over their country.

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9
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oligarchy

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A small group of people that is in charge

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10
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indirect democracy

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citizen elect lawmakers to represent the interest in government

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11
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representative democracy

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citizen elect lawmakers to represent the interest in government

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12
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theocracy

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run by religion

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13
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Constitutional Republic

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a republic that follows a constitution. (representative democracy is also called republic)

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14
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Anarchy

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A government that has no rules.

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15
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What are the roles of Government

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To make and enforce laws, protect people and to provide public services.

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16
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What three powers do all governments have

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Make Laws, enforce laws and judiciary power

17
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Presidential Democracy

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Vote for president and representatives . The representative make laws and the president approves them.

18
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Parliamentary Democracy

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Vote only for their representative.The parties with the most seats pick the prime minister.