Y8 Key Words

Question 1

Union

Answer 1

A group of states or countries that join together for protection or trade. E.g. USA or European Union.

Question 2

Monarchy

Answer 2

A government ruled by a king or queen. The job is usually inherited from a blood relative.

Question 3

Dictatorship

Answer 3

A government controlled by one person (dictator). There are no elections. Dictators often win power through a revolution.

Question 4

Democracy

Answer 4

A system where the people get to vote for their government in elections.

Question 5

Empire and Emperor

Answer 5

An empire is when one strong country controls many weaker ones. The Emperor often rules like a monarch.

Question 6

Republic

Answer 6

A country without a king or queen.

Question 7

Parliament

Answer 7

This is the group of people who make decisions about the country e.g. law. Member of Parliament (MPs) are elected.

Question 8

Government

Answer 8

The method a country choices to control everyday life e.g. laws, taxes, education, trade or relations with other countries.

Question 9

Slavery

Answer 9

When a person is owned by another person and usually forced to work. Slavery has been around for thousands of years.

Question 10

Trade

Answer 10

Buying, selling or exchanging goods.

Question 11

Economy

Answer 11

The system of how money is made and used in a country.