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question 7 (2.5 points)
what is an absolute monarchy?
a monarchy where the ruler has complete control and claims a divine or hereditary right to rule
a monarchy where the rulers powers are limited by a constitution
a monarchy where the ruler is elected by the people
a monarchy where the ruler shares power with a parliament

question 8 (2.5 points)
what is authoritarianism?
a political system where rulers deny popular participation in government
a political system where power is inherited within a family
a political system where the state regulates all aspects of public and private life
a political system where the people hold ruling power

Explanation:

Question 7

To determine the correct answer for "What is an absolute monarchy?", we analyze each option:

• Option 1: An absolute monarchy is defined as a system where the ruler has unrestricted power, often claiming divine or hereditary right. This matches the definition.
• Option 2: A monarchy with power limited by a constitution is a constitutional monarchy, not absolute.
• Option 3: Monarchs in absolute monarchies are not elected by people; they inherit or claim divine right.
• Option 4: Sharing power with parliament is characteristic of a constitutional or parliamentary monarchy, not absolute.

To answer "What is authoritarianism?", we evaluate the options:

• Option 1: Authoritarian systems typically restrict or deny popular participation in governance, focusing power on the ruler(s). This aligns with the definition.
• Option 2: Inherited power within a family describes a monarchy (especially absolute or hereditary), not authoritarianism (which can have different power transfer methods).
• Option 3: A system regulating all aspects of life is totalitarianism, not authoritarianism (authoritarianism is more about limited political participation, not total control of all life aspects).
• Option 4: A system where people hold power is democracy, the opposite of authoritarianism.

Answer:

A. A monarchy where the ruler has complete control and claims a divine or hereditary right to rule

Question 8