U.S. Government Quiz 1: Government
Select the items that match Aristotle's definitions of government
- rule by many: democracy and polity - rule by few: aristocracy
An example of a dictator is
Idi Amin of Uganda
A pluralistic society guards against one group taking over by...
Having the constant mix of diverse groups enter into politics
One leader works for his own benefit
Tyranny
The rule of many for the benefit of all
polity
Which of the following relates to the term habeas corpus?
prisoners rights
Governments are important because _____.
they enforce rules that control conduct within a population
According to Aristotle, a polity is ...
A good government run by the people
A totalitarian government is not characterized by...
Allowing private business and free speech
____________ known as the father of political science
Aristotle
One person has complete control over all branches of government is an example of a(n) _____.
Autocracy
There was some consideration to make George Washington the king of America. This would have made him an....
Autocrat
A ______ has complete control of the laws, rules, and affairs of a county.
Dictator
An autocracy gives the ruler the power to __________
control all branches of government
Dangerous mob self rule
democracy
___________________ is the right to a speedy trial.
habeas corpus
A government that passes laws in order to protect the rights of its citizens is a ___________.
pluralism
The government had the right to restrict the number of people who visit the White House. This is an example of government exercising its...
Jurisdiction
One leader workers for the good of the people
Monarchy
The character of being in agreement with the standards of right conduct is called...
Morality
a few working for their own benefit
Oligarchy
Which of the following is an intangible way state government helps citizens?
Oversee business
A few working for the good of the people
aristocracy
In a totalitarian government,
authorities maintain total control over the lives of the people
Which is a system of leaders who carry out the work of the government?
bureaucracy