Forms of Government Worksheet
Explore different forms of government including democracy, monarchy, oligarchy, and totalitarianism with this grade 7 social studies worksheet.
Includes
Standards
Topics
Forms of Government
Name:
Date:
Score:
Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. In which form of government do citizens hold the power to elect their leaders?
Monarchy
Democracy
Oligarchy
Totalitarianism
2. A government ruled by a king or queen, whose power is often inherited, is called a:
Republic
Theocracy
Monarchy
Anarchy
1. A government where a small group of wealthy and powerful individuals hold all the power is called an .
2. In a government, the state has absolute control over all aspects of public and private life.
1. In a direct democracy, citizens vote directly on laws and policies.
True
False
2. An autocracy is a system of government by one person with absolute power.
True
False
1. Briefly explain the main difference between a democracy and a monarchy.
2. Give an example of a country that operates under a democratic system of government.
Match each form of government with its description.
1. Democracy
a. Rule by a single, absolute leader.
2. Oligarchy
b. Rule by the people, often through elected representatives.
3. Autocracy
c. Rule by a small group of powerful people.
Related Worksheets
Government Declarations Worksheet
Explore key government declarations, their historical context, and their impact on society and rights.
Powers of Congress Worksheet
Explore the legislative branch of the U.S. government with this worksheet on the powers and responsibilities of Congress, suitable for 7th-grade social studies.
The Creation of the U.S. Constitution
This worksheet explores the historical context, key figures, and principles behind the creation of the United States Constitution.
First Amendment Protections
Explore the five fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Constitutional Principles Review
A worksheet for 7th graders to review key constitutional principles such as popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, checks and balances, and federalism.
Family Law Fundamentals
This worksheet introduces grade 7 students to basic concepts of family law, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption.
Family Law Fundamentals
This worksheet introduces grade 7 students to basic concepts of family law, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption.
Congressional Committees Worksheet
Explore the role and types of congressional committees in the U.S. government.