Memory Types of GovernmentsVersion en ligne High school - types of governments par Denise Vosika Led by a king or a queen, but their power is limited by a document and often other ruling bodies Representative Democracy Literally "rule by the people". Demonstrated through Voting People vote on every law and rule themselves, not through someone else Constitutional Monarchy Type of government for which the King or Queen have total control and power Autocracy Theocracy Oligarchy Led by a small group of leaders. Typically not elected Democracy Direct Democracy Citizens vote on people that they send to the government to stand up for their ideals. The United States is an example of this Led by one leader. Controlled by one leader. Such as a dictatorship Led by religious leaders, based on religious leaders Absolute Monarchy