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The way in which the different branches of government keep each other from having too much power.
a) checks and balances
b) separation of powers
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d)
Power is separated, or divided, among different branches of government.
a) checks and balances
b) separation of powers
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d)
A government controlled by religious leaders.
a) monarchy
b) theocracy
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d)
A government ruled by a king or queen.
a) monarchy
b) theocracy
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d)
A form of democracy where citizens elect a legislature and the executive is then selected by the legislature.
a) parliamentary system
b) presidential system
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d)
A form of government where citizens elect both a legislature and an executive.
a) parliamentary system
b) presidential system
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d)
A government where people hold the power of government and choose leaders to make laws and decisions.
a) republic
b) military dictatorship
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d)
A government ruled by a person in the military.
a) republic
b) military dictatorship
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d)
A system people use to exercise authority, distribute power, and regulate conduct of people.
a) government
b) public services
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d)
Services provided by a government such as education, police, firefighters, highways, etc.
a) government
b) public services
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d)
A document establishing the structure, functions, and limitations of a government.
a) constitution
b) federalism
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d)
A system in which power is divided between the national government and state governments.
a) constitution
b) federalism
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d)
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