Middle East Government

Which of the following statements is true of a theocracy?

• The government sees God as the supreme leader
• The government allows people to choose their leaders
• Only religious leaders are allowed to vote
• It is a government with a king as the leader

Which term below BEST describes the government of Saudi Arabia?

• oligarchy
• monarchy
• democracy
• theocracy

Which term below BEST describes the government of Saudi Arabia?

• oligarchy
• monarchy
• democracy
• theocracy

Who makes most of the important governmental decisions in an oligarchy?

• small group of powerful leaders
• emperor
• citizens
• legislature

Who is the most powerful elected official in Iran?

• President
• Prime minister
• Supreme Leader
• Head of Parliament

In a unitary system, most of the power is in the hands of the...

• central government
• regional government groups
• king and cabinet
• voters

Which of the following countries is an example of a unitary system?

• Africa
• United States
• Lebanon
• Saudi Arabia

Which Southwest Asian country is an example of a federal system of government?

• Iran
• Kuwait
• Saudi Arabia
• None

How is the leader chosen in a parliamentary system of government?

• The leader is chosen by the political party with the most members in the legislature
• The leader is chosen by the national court system
• The leader is chosen by a majority vote of the legislature
• The leader is chosen in a vote by the citizens

Which Southwest Asian country has a democracy?

• Israel
• Iran
• Saudi Arabia
• Kuwait