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Political Ideologies and Government Systems

Political Ideologies and Government Systems

Assessment

Interactive Video

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History

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10th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

Created by

John Peach

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a defining characteristic of a democratic system of government?

A small group of elites holds all political power.

Religious leaders make all governmental decisions.

Citizens have the authority to choose their leaders and participate in decision-making.

Power is divided between a central government and regional governments.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which form of government are political decisions often influenced by religious beliefs and doctrines, with religious law considered supreme?

Democracy

Federalism

Theocracy

Oligarchy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which system of government divides power between a central government and smaller regional governments, allowing each level to have its own areas of authority while also cooperating on common concerns?

Caliphate

Federalism

Military Junta

Gerontocracy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for an Islamic government led by a Caliph, who serves as both a political and religious leader and governs according to Sharia law?

Emirate

Theocracy

Caliphate

Confederation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A government where political power is primarily held by the elderly or senior members of society, based on their age and experience, is known as a:

Oligarchy

Democracy

Gerontocracy

Parliamentary System

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which form of government involves a group of military officers seizing control of the state and ruling by decree, often after overthrowing the existing government?

Federalism

Military Junta

Confederation

Emirate

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a parliamentary system, to whom is the executive branch of government accountable, and from whom does it derive its legitimacy?

The military leadership

A small group of wealthy elites

The legislature (parliament)

Religious institutions

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