Government Definition Quiz
Authored by Camille Price
Social Studies
11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of government according to the document?
The institution through which a society makes and enforces public policies
A group of people who create laws
An organization that collects taxes
A system that provides education
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key characteristic of a dictatorship?
Government is accountable to its people.
Government rules with the consent of the people.
Government is not accountable to its people.
People directly make decisions.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a democracy, how does the government rule?
Without the consent of the people.
With the consent of the people.
Through a single ruler.
By ignoring public opinion.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the rule of one person called?
Oligarchy
Democracy
Autocracy
Indirect rule
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an example of direct democracy?
U.S. Congress
New England Town Meeting
Presidential elections
Supreme Court
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In an indirect democracy, how are decisions made?
People directly make decisions.
A single ruler makes all decisions.
People elect representatives to make decisions.
Decisions are made by a small group.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of government is characterized by a single central authority?
Unitary Government
Federal Government
Confederate Government
Parliamentary Government
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