Understanding Government Types

In which type of government does a single ruler inherit their position and often rules for life?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

Which government type is characterized by rule by a few powerful people?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

What type of government is formed when citizens have the power to vote and make decisions?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

In which government type does a leader take power by force and rule with total authority?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

If a country is ruled by a king or queen, which type of government does it have?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

Which type of government is most likely to suppress opposition and rule through fear?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

In which type of government do citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

A government where power is inherited through family lines is known as:

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

Which government type could be described as rule by the wealthy or powerful elite?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

A system where the ruler has seized power unlawfully is an example of:

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny