Types of Rulers

Question 1

A tribe is ruled by . . .

Answer 1

A chief

Question 2

What is an absolute monarchy?

Answer 2

In an absolute monarchy, the ruler makes and enforces the rules and is usually born to the position.

Eg: King, Sultan, Czar, Shah

Countries: Saudi Arabia

Question 3

Who rules a dictatorship?

Answer 3

A dictator rules a dictatorship and is often a military leader who has come to power by force. He rules alone.

Eg: Joseph Stalin (Soviet Union, 1922-1953)

Fidel Castro (Cuba, 1959-2011)

Robert Mugabe (Zimbabwe)

Vladimir Putin (Russia)

Question 4

Who rules a constitutional monarchy?

Answer 4

A king, queen, or emperor usually rules a constitutional monarchy. They are born to the position, but rule making powers are usually given to a government by a constitution.

Eg: Queen Elizabeth (UK, Australia)

Emperor Akihito (Japan)

Question 5

Who rules a republic?

Answer 5

A republic is run by a president who is elected by the people. No one person or group has all the power.

Eg: Barack Obama (US)

Nicolas Sarkozy (France)