PIG Vocab Quiz 2/12 Flashcards
Government
the system/group of people in control of an organized community
Ideology
a system of ideas and ideals
Anarchy
The absence of government, or a state of lawlessness or political disorder
Capitalism
an economic system based on a free market as related to consumer needs
- investment is made and maintained chiefly by private individuals or corporations
Communism
a political and economic theory derived from the ideas of Karl Marx whereby all property is publicly owned
Constitutional Monarchy
a political system where the ruler serves as a head of state, but their power is limited by law
Democracy
a form of government based upon the recognition
Dictatorship
absolute power and control dictated by one leader
Fascism
a strong centralized government with a stringent social and economic control
- often led by a charismatic dictator and characterized by nationalism
Feudalism
peasants and vassal serve a powerful Lord who protects them and takes care of their economic needs
Monarchy
a political system in which the head of government inherits the title of King or Queen
Oligarchy
a government controlled by a group of powerful elites
Republic
a state or country where the people have a certain degree of power (often through representatives)
Socialism
an economic system where the basic means of production are primarily owned and regulated by the government
Theocracy
a form of government in which religious principles are used as the basis of power
