Types of Government

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What is a democracy?

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A system of government in which the power is vested in the people, who rule either directly or through freely elected representatives.

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In a democracy, who typically has the right to vote?

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All citizens who are of legal voting age, usually eighteen years and older.

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What is a monarchy?

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A form of government where a single person, the monarch, rules the country, often inheriting their position.

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What is the main characteristic of a totalitarian government?

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A political system where the state recognizes no limits to its authority and seeks to regulate every aspect of public and private life.

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What type of government allows for free and fair elections?

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Democracy.

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What is the role of citizens in a democracy?

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Citizens participate in the political process, primarily through voting and civic engagement.

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What is an oligarchy?

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A form of government in which power resides in a small group of people.

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What distinguishes a republic from a direct democracy?

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In a republic, representatives are elected to make decisions on behalf of the citizens, while in a direct democracy, citizens vote directly on laws and policies.

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What is the significance of Election Day in a democracy?

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It is the day when citizens cast their votes to elect representatives or decide on referendums.

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What type of government is characterized by a single leader with absolute power?

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Autocracy.