L3: Government

Question 1

This is a symbolic figure representing the state’s unity and cultural identity.

Answer 1

Head of State

Question 2

They are responsible for actual policy development and implementation.

Answer 2

Head of Government

Question 3

Power is concentrated in a small group of social, economic, and influential elites.

Answer 3

Oligarchy

Question 4

Ruled by a group of nobles.

Answer 4

Aristocracy

Question 5

Ruled by a single person; assisted by a bureaucracy of ministers, court officials, and local government.

Answer 5

Monarchy

Question 6

The monarch’s power is restricted by a constitution; limited executive power.

Answer 6

Constitutional Monarchy

Question 7

Supreme power is vested in the people and exercised through a system of representation, typically involving free and fair elections.

Answer 7

Democracy

Question 8

• There is a close relationship between the executive and legislative bodies
• The government is headed by a Prime Minister
• The Prime Minister is aided by a cabinet, chosen among the legislators in the parliament.

Answer 8

Parliamentary Democracy

Question 9

Power is divided between a central federal government and member states, each with its own democratic processes.

Answer 9

Federal Democracy

Question 10

• It is a rule by an individual with absolute power and no legal restraints.
• Modern usage describes dictatorial or authoritarian states characterized by: Violent oppression, use of force, military force

Answer 10

Tyranny

Question 11

• A form of government where the military holds power, often established through coup d’état
• Military officials divide power and positions amongst themselves

Answer 11

Military Junta