Unit 2 Vocab Part 1 Flashcard

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A system of government where one person has unlimited power.

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Dictatorship

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System of government where leaders rule with citizens' consent

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Democracy

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A system of government where a hereditary king or queen has supreme power.

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Monarchy

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A government system allowing public input but with only one political party making decisions.

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Communism

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A government system where rulers are seen as divinely inspired.

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Theocracy

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Institution that enforces public policies

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Government

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A country with territory occupied by a population sharing a common identity.

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Nation-state

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A government where leaders are elected by voters.

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Republic

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Group of people with common culture in a territory and strong unity

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Nation

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An area organized as a political unit with a government controlling internal and foreign affairs; synonymous with country.

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State