Chapter 1 Foundations of Government

System of government in which the ruler is primarily a ceremonial head of state

Form of government in which people elect officials to conduct business of government for them

Political disorder resulting from lack of government or rules

Successful governments attempt to establish policies that serve the

Most decisions in a democracy are made by

All of the following are central functions of a government EXCEPT

Citizens give up their individual sovereignty to state, and the state provides order and peace

The main purpose of government is to ensure that all citizens share similar values and opinions

Power divided among local, state, and national governments

Neither the United States nor Russia are sovereign states

A city, a county, or a country could be considered a state. A sports team could, too.

In democratic societies, citizens choose their leaders & make other choices about how governed.

Which principle of American democracy when opposing groups relax demands to reach an agreement?

Which of the following terms have the same meaning and can be used interchangeably?

The United States is a direct democracy.

Which of the following series of words can apply to a dictatorship?