<span>Democracy. The word "democracy" literally means "rule by the people." ...Republic. A literal democracy is impossible in a political system containing more than a few people. ...Monarchy. A monarchy consists of rule by a king or queen. ...Aristocracy. ...Dictatorship. ...<span>Democratic Republic.</span></span>
There are 5 main types. 1) Monarchy- Rule by one, or a monarch. Determined by wealthiest person in land. 2) oligarchy- rule by a few, a group of aristocrats, or wealthy people, rule together 3) tyranny- rule by one harshly, and the person is a dictator, chosen by the people, but inexperienced with the power 4) democracy- rule by the people, where the people have the power and vote to make decisions 5) republic- aka direct democracy, and what the US uses. Elected officials make decisions based on people's problems and thoughts
