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Exploring Types of Government

This worksheet introduces Grade 7 students to various forms of government, including monarchy, democracy, oligarchy, and totalitarianism, through definitions, examples, and critical thinking questions.

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D2.Civ.1.6-8. Explain how the historical, geographic, and cultural contexts influence the perspectives, values, and beliefs of people at different times and places.D2.Civ.2.6-8. Analyze the purpose, organization, and functions of government.D2.Civ.5.6-8. Explain the origins, functions, and structures of governments with attention to the essential role of the rule of law.

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Exploring Types of Government

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of different types of government.

1. In which type of government does a single ruler, often a king or queen, inherit their power?

a

Democracy

b

Monarchy

c

Oligarchy

d

Totalitarianism

2. A government where citizens hold the power and elect representatives to make decisions is known as a:

a

Dictatorship

b

Theocracy

c

Democracy

d

Monarchy

1. An   is a form of government where a small group of people holds all the power.

2. In a   government, the state controls nearly all aspects of public and private life.

3. The United States operates as a   republic, where citizens elect representatives.

Match each type of government with its description.

1. Monarchy

 

a. Rule by a small group

2. Democracy

 

b. Rule by one, inherited power

3. Oligarchy

 

c. Rule by the people

4. Totalitarianism

 

d. Total control over citizens' lives

1. In a direct democracy, citizens vote on every law directly, rather than through representatives.

T

True

F

False

2. A theocracy is a government ruled by religious leaders.

T

True

F

False

1. Briefly describe the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and an absolute monarchy.

2. Explain why citizen participation is important in a democratic government.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

Republic
Autocracy
Theocracy
Anarchy

1. A government in which one person has absolute power is called an  .

2. When there is no government and no laws, it is a state of  .

3. Citizens elect representatives to govern them in a  .

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