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social studies
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Constitutional Monarchy | kings power is limited by a constitution. Their is one in Monaco. |
| Absolute Monarchy | king has all power. Their is one in Oman. |
| Monarchy | Ruled by one. Usually a king,Queen or sultan. Position is inherited(passed down from parents). Their is one in Asia. |
| Dicatorship | One ruler. Holds total power. Usually gains control by using military force. Ex:past Dictators:Hitler-Germany,Hussein-Iraq,Castro-Cuba. Their is one in Syria. |
| Democracy | Ruled by the people. All citizens can take part in government. Government of the people:rule of the majority. Citizens can vote and run for office. Their is one in India,Turkey. |
| Theocracy | Is a government that is run by religious authorities. Leader claims unlimited power in the name of god or other supernatural forces. Their is one in Yemen. |