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