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