Government Flashcards
Autocracy
one person is in power
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.
Absolute monarchies
The monarch holds total control over the country.
Constitutional monarchies
It is restricted by a constitution.
Dictatorship
There is on sharing power with other authorities.
Oligarchy
A small group of people is in charge.
Democracy
The power is given to the people.
Direct democracy
This is when every citizen is given an equal vote in government and together make all of the important decisions.
Representative democracy
Citizens elect (vote for or choose) to represent their in the government.
Indirect democracy
Citizens elect (vote for or choose) to represent their in the government.
Constitutional republic
The US
Modern democracies divided power into what 3 branches
Legislative,judicial,executive
Anarchy
One is in charge
What are three powers that all governments have
Makes laws enforce judicial power
