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How does a totalitarian government differ from most authoritarian governments?

A
It is less involved in people’s lives.
B
It is more democratic.
C
It is less powerful.
D
It is more extreme and rigid.
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Which statement best represents an economic weakness of the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

A
National and state taxes combined were too high for most citizens to pay.
B
The national government was unable to collect taxes.
C
States refused to collect taxes on behalf of the national government.
D
Congress set different tax rates for each state, leading to conflict.
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A purpose of government in the United States is to

A
guarantee rights for its citizens.
B
guarantee rights for people worldwide.
C
guarantee power for a single leader.
D
guarantee power for a few leaders.
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How many political parties participate in a totalitarian government?

A
one
B
four
C
two
D
three
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Where did democracy begin?

A
the Fertile Crescent
B
the United States
C
Greek city-states
D
the Assyrian Empire

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