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Lesson 45 of 84 · Government
What Is a Democracy?
A monarchy is ruled by a king or queen. Constitutional monarchies, like the United Kingdom, share power between the monarch and an elected government.
Key Facts
1
Checks and balances limit power.
2
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
3
Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What are checks and balances?