Question

we hold elections to elect representatives. the alternative would be a public referendum. what form of government would the alternative be?
republic
dictatorship
anarchy
direct democracy

Explanation:

In a direct - democracy, citizens directly vote on issues through mechanisms like public referendums. In contrast, in a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives. Republic is a form of government with elected representatives. Dictatorship is rule by a single dictator. Anarchy is a lack of government. Since a public referendum means citizens directly decide, it's direct democracy.

Answer:

D. direct democracy