Memory Game Types of GovernmentsOnline version High school - types of governments by Denise Vosika Direct Democracy Representative Democracy Type of government for which the King or Queen have total control and power Literally "rule by the people". Demonstrated through Voting Oligarchy Citizens vote on people that they send to the government to stand up for their ideals. The United States is an example of this Absolute Monarchy Led by a small group of leaders. Typically not elected People vote on every law and rule themselves, not through someone else Democracy Theocracy Led by one leader. Controlled by one leader. Such as a dictatorship Led by a king or a queen, but their power is limited by a document and often other ruling bodies Constitutional Monarchy Led by religious leaders, based on religious leaders Autocracy
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