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What is the Force Theory of the origin of the state?

One person or group takes control by force.

What does the Evolutionary Theory state about the origin of the state?

The state evolved from family structures.

What is the Divine Right Theory?

The belief that God gave royalty the power to rule.

What is the Social Contract Theory?

People agree to give power to the government for protection.

What are the four characteristics of a state?

Population, Territory, Sovereignty, Government.

What principle emphasizes the importance of each individual in American democracy?

Worth of the individual.

What ensures equality of all persons in American democracy?

Equality of all persons.

What balance does the principle of majority rule, minority rights provide?

It allows the majority to rule while protecting the rights of the minority.

What is necessary for maintaining harmony in a democracy?

Necessity of compromise.

What guarantees individual freedom in American democracy?

Individual freedom.

In a Presidential system, how do the Executive and Legislative branches relate?

They are independent.

In a Parliamentary system, how do the Executive and Legislative branches relate?

They are combined; the executive (prime minister) comes from the legislative branch.

Who holds power in a Representative Democracy?

The people through elected officials.

What is an advantage of a Presidential system?

Separation of powers leads to a balanced government.

What is a disadvantage of a Presidential system?

Possible deadlock.

What is an advantage of a Parliamentary system?

Quick decision-making.

What is a disadvantage of a Parliamentary system?

No strong checks on the majority.

What are the four classic forms of government?

Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy, Dictatorship.

What are the three core ideas of American Democracy?

Worth of the Individual, Equality, Self-government.

What does a Unitary government system entail?

The central government has all power.

What does a Federal government system entail?

Power is shared between the central and state governments.

What does a Confederal government system entail?

States hold power, and the central government is weak.