Part 1: Foundations of Government (Types of Government) Quiz

What matters does the central government handle in a confederate government?

• All matters of the state.

• Only matters assigned to it by the independent states.

• Matters related to education and health.

• Matters related to local governance.

In a democratic government, who participates in elections?

• Only the government officials

• Only the military

• Only the judiciary

• The citizens

Who is included in the executive branch of a presidential government?

• The prime minister and the cabinet.

• The legislature.

• The chief executive, the president, and the cabinet.

• The judiciary.

How is the president elected in a presidential government?

• By the legislature.

• By the judiciary.

• By the people.

• By the cabinet.

Where do citizens gather to make decisions in a direct democracy?

• In private meetings.

• In mass meetings.

• In online forums.

• In government offices.

What is the main characteristic of a direct democracy?

• Decisions are made by elected representatives.

• Decisions are made by a single leader.

• Decisions are made directly by the people.

• Decisions are made by a council of elites.

How can people express their approval or disapproval of their representatives?

• By writing letters

• By voting for them or against them in regularly scheduled elections

• By protesting

• By paying taxes

In a republic, who are the representatives chosen by?

• The judiciary

• The executive branch

• The citizens

• The military

The type of government that has total control over the people and the police use power by force is called what?

• Anarchy

• Monarchy

• Limited

• Authoritarian