Autocracy/Dictatorship
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Autocracy:
A form of government where one person makes all the decisions;
usually a self-appointed dictator.
Self
power
One person has the MOST power
Autocracy/Dictatorship
Food for thought:
-How can ONE person get so much power and make all the decisions?
-Why may some citizens prefer a dictatorship over democracy?
Autocracy/Dictatorship
In a dictatorship,
-It is important to keep in mind that while many citizerns may want to rebel against a dictator, there are also many others who respect and love their leader.
Autocracy/Dictatorship
Fun Facts about Dictatorships:
There are many countries today that have a form of autocracies or dictatorships. (Ex: North Korea and Cuba)
What are other countries are dictatorships?
Click on the link below to find out. Look for "Military Dictatorships" or "One-party states" (Black and purple colors)