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