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Under Social Studies content, In Chapter 1. Read the content in "Civics and Government". Then answer the following questions in this quiz.

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Civics & Government

Question 1 of 5

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In which of the following governments does a leader have the most control over citizens’ lives?

Select one of the following:

  • Oligarchy

  • Monarchy

  • Dictatorship

  • Democracy

Explanation

Question 2 of 5

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Read each characteristic of a democracy. In the space, indicate whether each characteristic is found in a direct or representative democracy. Use D for direct democracy and R for representative democracy.

Every citizen can place proposals on the ballot, and a proposal becomes law if the majority vote for it.

Select one of the following:

  • Representative Democracy

  • Direct Democracy

Explanation

Question 3 of 5

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Read each characteristic of a democracy. In the space, indicate whether each characteristic is found in a direct or representative democracy. Use D for direct democracy and R for representative democracy.

Citizens elect a legislature to rule the country.

Select one of the following:

  • Representative Democracy

  • Direct Democracy

Explanation

Question 4 of 5

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Read each characteristic of a democracy. In the space, indicate whether each characteristic is found in a direct or representative democracy. Use D for direct democracy and R for representative democracy.

Delegates represent the wishes of the voting citizens.

Select one of the following:

  • Representative Democracy

  • Direct Democracy

Explanation

Question 5 of 5

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Read each characteristic of a democracy. In the space, indicate whether each characteristic is found in a direct or representative democracy. Use D for direct democracy and R for representative democracy.

Power to veto laws rests with the citizens themselves.

Select one of the following:

  • Representative Democracy

  • Direct Democracy

Explanation