State the formula for a “state” and give an example of a state currently in the world Population + Territory + Sovereignty + government = USA

Define Sovereignty and give an example of a sovereign country and one that is not The ability of a nation to make decisions both within its country and with foreign countries on it’s own. USA – Not: Palestine, Puerto Rico

What is the name for a country’s leader who acquired their position through hereditary AND who does not share power with anyone or any group. What is an Absolute Monarch. Now give an example of an absolute monarch. What is an Absolute Monarch. Now give an example of an absolute monarch. Louis XIV, Henry VIII (possibly Kim Jong UN of North Korea) Louis XIV, Henry VIII (possibly Kim Jong UN of North Korea)

This is a country ruled by a group of military generals What is a Junta? What is a country that had a junta which we studied? Egypt!

This Theory says that God gave certain people the right to rule. What is Divine Right theory. Now give an example of a Divine Right monarch. What is Divine Right theory. Now give an example of a Divine Right monarch. Louis XIV

It is the clear boundaries or borders of a country What is territory. Follow – up. What is the country with the largest territory? Russia!

This is a type of theory that says that people form an agreement with those who rule. Often times this agreement is called a Constitution. What type of theory is this? What is Social Contract Theory. Give an example of a government using social contracts? USA!

In this form of government a group of countries or states get together for limited purposes. They give the central government only a little bit of power What is a Confederation. Give an example!! UN, EU or USA under Articles of Confederation

In this form of government, power is divided between a central authority and it’s regions (or states). What is a Federal form of government. Give an example? USA today USA today

What are the four functions of government? 1. Provide for national defense 2. Maintain social order within the country 3. Provide for economic system 4. Provide for public services. Give an example of each!!! Army, police, $ and schools!

The colonists had two main roles from Britain’s perspective during the colonial era. What were both of them? 1. Provide for raw materials like cotton and wood Buy Britain’s finished goods like chairs, clothing and dishes