Political Theories Quiz

Which theory suggests that a small group of people hold the most power and influence in society?

• Pluralist Theory

• Totalitarian

• Elite Theory

• Anarchy

Which theory posits that power is distributed among many groups and organizations in society?

• Elite Theory

• Pluralist Theory

• Oligarchy

• Dictatorship

What type of government is characterized by a single party or leader controlling all aspects of life and suppressing opposition?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Totalitarian

• Direct Democracy

Which term describes a state of society without government or law?

• Oligarchy

• Anarchy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

What is the term for a government in which a small group of people have control?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Totalitarian

Which form of government is ruled by a king or queen?

• Dictatorship

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Anarchy

What type of government is characterized by a single leader with absolute power, often taken by force?

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

• Pluralist Theory

Which form of government is based on the principle of elected officials representing a group of people?

• Direct Democracy

• Anarchy

• Republic/Representative Democracy

• Totalitarian

What is the term for a system of government where the citizens exercise power by voting?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Dictatorship

• Monarchy

Which type of democracy involves citizens directly participating in decision-making processes?

• Republic

• Direct Democracy

• Totalitarian

• Elite Theory