Quiz on Aristotle's Government Types

Which type of governments, according to Aristotle, may be concerned with the common good?

• Despotic

• Tyrannical

• Aristocracy

According to Aristotle, which government type is likely to be unjust?

• The one that regards the common interests of its people

• The despotic kind of rule

• The democratic kind of rule

• The oligarchic kind of rule

What is a key characteristic of a constitutional government?

• It is based on the interests of a single ruler.

• It administers the state due to common interests.

• It usually represents a few people.

• It may not care about the common good of the people.

What was one of Aristotle's concerns about democracy?

• It favored the wealthy

• It gave power to the needy

• It was too efficient

• It was too exclusive

According to Aristotle, democracy gives power to people who are:

• Wealthy

• Educated

• Needy

• Experienced

Aristotle's perspective on democracy included which of the following views?

• It was the best form of government

• It gave power to the most capable

• It gave power to the least capable

• It was based on equality

What is one of the central ideas of the social contract?

• People can consent to have the government administer their affairs.

• People must always govern themselves without any external help.

• The government should not interfere in people's lives.

• People are inherently distrustful of government.

According to Aristotle, why are humans considered political animals?

• They are naturally solitary.

• They will either rule or be ruled over.

• They avoid communities.

• They dislike arguments.

What activity do humans enjoy that distinguishes them from animals?

• Sleeping.

• Eating.

• Arguing and challenging.

• Running.