by Fania Thomsen
Understanding the dynamics of power and government is crucial to grasping the complexities of our world. This quiz will challenge your knowledge on various aspects of political systems, historical events, and influential figures. Dive in and see how well you can navigate the corridors of power!
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Power and Government Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which document is considered the supreme law of the United States?
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution
The Bill of Rights
The Federalist Papers
2. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Constitution’?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
Alexander Hamilton
3. Which political theory advocates for a classless society?
Capitalism
Communism
Feudalism
Monarchism
4. What is the primary function of the legislative branch of government?
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To create laws
To adjudicate disputes
5. Which ancient civilization is credited with the concept of democracy?
Roman
Egyptian
Greek
Persian
6. Who wrote ‘The Prince’, a political treatise on ruling and power?
Plato
Aristotle
Niccolò Machiavelli
John Locke
7. What is the term for a political system in which power is divided between a central government and regional governments?
Federalism
Unitary state
Confederation
Monarchy
8. Which philosopher is known for his theory of the ‘social contract’?
John Locke
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Thomas Hobbes
Immanuel Kant
9. What is the main role of the executive branch of government?
To create laws
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To resolve disputes
10. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
19th Amendment
11. Who was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?
Margaret Thatcher
Theresa May
Angela Merkel
Indira Gandhi
12. What type of government is ruled by a single person with absolute power?
Democracy
Oligarchy
Monarchy
Dictatorship
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