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Lesson 14 of 84 · Government
Monarchy, Dictatorship, and Democracy Compared
In a dictatorship, one person or small group holds absolute power. Citizens have little say. History shows dictatorships often lead to human rights abuses.
Key Facts
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Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
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The U.S. has three branches of government.
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The Constitution was written in 1787.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is the Constitution?