Types of Government

Question 1

Direct Democracy

Answer 1

Switzerland - Ignazio Cassis

Question 2

Indirect Democracy

Answer 2

Also known as Republic/Representative Democracy. The people vote on and elect leaders to represent the people and make decisions for them. The elected representative. He/She decides on day-to-day decisions for the people, but can be impeached. USA - Joe Biden

Question 3

Absolute Monarchy

Answer 3

Saudi Arabia - Salman of Saudi Arabia

Question 4

Constitutional Monarchy

Answer 4

There is a King or Queen, but they share power with a constitutional-based government. Limits the power of the King/Queen. The Monarch, but his/her power is shared with a constitutional government. The monarch position is normally passed down from generations. Britain - King Charles III

Question 5

Oligarchy

Answer 5

A form of government that is run by a small group of upper class people. Plagued by tyranny, and wealthy are seen as more superior because they can give money to soldiers. A small group of wealthy people. They have ties to the military and are able to give money to soldiers.China

Question 6

Fascism

Answer 6

a system of government headed by a dictator in which the government controls business and labor and opposition is not permitted. The strong dictator holds the power, and uses force to get their way.Italy

Question 7

Dictatorship

Answer 7

A form of government in which one person or a small group possesses absolute power without effective constitutional limitations. A dictator holds power and uses force to obtain and maintain their power. Uses Military. North Korea - Kim Jong-un

Question 8

Socialism

Answer 8

A system of government where the means of production are socially owned, and healthcare is chosen for the people and provided by the government. Leaders get their power by force.Portugal

Question 9

Communism

Answer 9

An extreme form of Socialism. A system in which goods are owned in common and are available to all as needed. No social classes. Leaders aren’t elected by citizens, but use force to be elected. Russia

Question 10

Theocracy

Answer 10

A form of government in which a religion and the government are intertwined. Any other religion is not allowed and power in this type of government is usually abused. One leader who is chosen by god.

Question 11

Aristocracy

Answer 11

A government run by the best individuals or by a small privileged class. Ruling elites are smarter and more justified in making decisions. The ruling elites usually inherit their power.

Question 12

Anarchy

Answer 12

A state of society without government or government-enforced laws.Failedcities