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types of government
Term | Definition |
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Autocracy | One person has control of the entire country. This person is not elected through a democratic process. The citizens have few or no rights in this type of government. |
Oligarchy | A small group of wealthy people control the whole government. These individuals are not elected by the citizens. The citizens do not play a major role in the government. |
Democarcy | Citizens elect officials into government role. Citizen's role in government is very important. Citizens are encouraged to vote. |
Parliamentary | In this type of democracy a Prime Minister is the head of government. The Queen of England is often the head of state. The legislative body chooses the Prime Minister. The queen actually has no power. |
Presidential | In this type of democracy the head of government is a President. Citizens play an active role in the selection of the president. |