American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the term for the system of government in which power is held by the people and exercised through elected representatives?

Monarchy.
Oligarchy.
Republic.
Theocracy.

The correct answer is: Republic.

A Monarchy is a form of government that is ruled by a single leader, usually a king or queen, who inherits their position through their family line. This form of government does not involve elected representatives chosen by the people. An Oligarchy is a system of government where power is held by a small group of people who are typically wealthy and possess a lot of influence. This form of government does not involve elections or representation by the people. A Theocracy is a form of government in which the rulers claim to have divine guidance and use religious authority to govern. This form of government does not involve elected representatives chosen by the people. A Republic is a system of government in which the citizens have the power to choose their leaders through elections. This form of government allows for elected representatives to make decisions and govern on behalf of the people, making it the correct answer to the question.