10
QuizMultiple Choice

Political Systems

Question 10 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows. The fictitious nation of Fiona has no need for state governments. The queen holds absolute power in the land. On a trip into the country, the queen noticed that many of her people were going without food. She decreed that city shelters must provide a warm meal daily for anyone who needs it. What type of government system does Fiona operate under?

Answer
A
confederate
B
aristocratic
C
federal
D
unitary

Explanation

A unitary system places governing authority in a central government rather than dividing it between national and state governments. Fiona has no state governments, and the queen makes a decree that applies across the country. Therefore, the best answer is D, unitary.

AI-written and checked against the verified answer.