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Government
Geography3.4
Goals…
Explain why a country needs a government.
Compare and contrast different types of government.
Government An organization set
up to make and enforce rules for a group of people
Has authority over land within its boundaries
The Need for Gov’t Security Law Enforcement Provide services Protect rights of
citizens
Citizen= person who owes loyalty to a country and receives its protection
Types of Governments
1. Representative Democracy:
People elect representatives to create laws
Ex: United States
2. Monarchy
A ruling family headed by a king, queen, sultan, or emperor holds power
Ex: Saudi Arabia
3. Oligarchy
A small group of people holds power
Wealth, military strength
4. Dictatorship
One individual holds complete power
5. Communism:
All political power and control of the economy is held by the government
Ex: Cuba
Goals…
Explain why we need a government.
Compare and contrast different types of government.
