Types Of Government! Knowledge Test! Trivia Quiz

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    What type of government has a king/queen?

    • Absolute monarchy
    • Dictatorship
    • Presidential
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Just how much do you know about the different types of government? Most countries are led by different types of government and the difference is mostly attributed to the type of power that the leaders have. Which type of government offers the people the most power or the leader power to do as he pleases? The knowledge test trivia quiz will help you learn more about these governments. Give it a try!

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    What type of government does the U.S.A. have?

    • Autocratic

    • Democratic

    • Oligarchic

    Correct Answer
    A. Democratic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is democratic because the United States of America operates under a democratic form of government. In a democratic system, the power is vested in the people who elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. The U.S.A. has a system of checks and balances, with three branches of government - executive, legislative, and judicial - that ensure the protection of individual rights and prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. This allows for the participation of citizens in decision-making processes and promotes the principles of equality and freedom.

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    What type of government does the U.S.A. have?

    • Absolute monarchy

    • Dictatorship

    • Parliamentary

    • Presidential

    Correct Answer
    A. Presidential
    Explanation
    The U.S.A. has a presidential type of government. In a presidential system, the head of state and the head of government is the president, who is elected by the people. The president has significant powers and is separate from the legislative branch. This system allows for a separation of powers and checks and balances between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government.

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    What type of government has one person that rules everything?

    • Dictatorship

    • Parliamentary

    • Presidential

    Correct Answer
    A. Dictatorship
    Explanation
    A dictatorship is a form of government in which one person holds absolute power and authority, ruling over all aspects of the country without any checks or balances. In a dictatorship, the ruler has the final say in decision-making, controls the military, and often suppresses opposition and dissent. This type of government is characterized by a lack of democracy and individual freedoms, as the ruler's word is law and there is no separation of powers.

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    What type of government is the throne inherited by birth?

    • Absolute monarchy

    • Dictatorship

    • Parliamentary

    • Presidential

    Correct Answer
    A. Absolute monarchy
    Explanation
    An absolute monarchy is a type of government where the throne is inherited by birth. In this form of government, the monarch holds supreme authority and has unrestricted power over the state and its people. The succession to the throne is typically determined by hereditary means, passing from one generation to the next within a royal family. This system allows for continuity and stability in leadership, as the ruler's position is not subject to elections or term limits.

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    What type of government is ruled by chiefs/elders?

    • Autocratic

    • Democratic

    • Oligarchic

    Correct Answer
    A. Oligarchic
    Explanation
    An oligarchic government is ruled by a small group of individuals who hold the most power and influence. In this type of government, the chiefs or elders would be part of this ruling elite, making decisions and exercising authority. This system often favors the interests of the few over the majority, as power is concentrated in the hands of a select few individuals.

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    What type of government has a prime minister?

    • Absolute monarchy

    • Dictatorship

    • Parliamentary

    • Presidential

    Correct Answer
    A. Parliamentary
    Explanation
    A parliamentary government has a prime minister. In this type of government, the prime minister is the head of the executive branch and is responsible for leading the government and making policy decisions. The prime minister is usually chosen from the political party or coalition that has the majority in the parliament. The parliament holds the power to pass laws and make decisions, and the prime minister is accountable to the parliament. This system is different from a presidential government, where the head of state and head of government are separate roles.

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    In what type of government do citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them?

    • Absolute monarchy

    • Dictatorship

    • Parliamentary

    • Presidential

    Correct Answer
    A. Presidential
    Explanation
    In a presidential government, citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them. This type of government is characterized by a separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches. The president is elected by the people and serves as the head of state and government. The representatives, such as members of Congress, are also elected by the citizens to represent their interests and make decisions on their behalf. This system allows for a balance of power and ensures that the government is accountable to the people.

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    What type of government has absolute power?

    • Autocratic

    • Deomcratic

    • Oligarchic

    Correct Answer
    A. Autocratic
    Explanation
    An autocratic government is a type of government that has absolute power. In this form of government, all decisions and policies are made by a single ruler or a small group of individuals, without any input or participation from the general population. The ruler or ruling group holds complete control over all aspects of governance, including political, economic, and social matters. This type of government is characterized by a lack of political freedoms, limited civil liberties, and a concentration of power in the hands of a few individuals.

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