In this model of economics, state economic policies are used to regulate the economy in an attempt to achieve stable economic growth. ___________________

____________________ aims to reduce state regulation and promote competition among business firms within the market.

The __________ is the government (institutions of government) that carry out policy and control the military in a _________________ (territorial unit controlled by a single state).

The ___________ _____________ is a distinct, politically defined territory in which the state and national identity coincide.

In a Democracy, what is the source of legitimacy?

“If X happens, then Y is the result” which theory:____________ _______________.

Saddam Hussein’s regime was a __________________ because political control was concentrated in his hands and he had almost absolute control.

In 2010, the Arab Spring saw the mass overthrow of authoritarian regimes and call for more democratic governments. The time that followed the overthrow and transition is known as the _________________ ______________________

All of the following are ways that Putin and his regime have undermined Democratic principles (Check all that apply).

Nigeria is considered a _______________ _______________ because their government and economic system are so weak that the government is no longer in control.

The _____________ ______________ __________________ is a global international organization that oversees the "rule of trade" among its member states. Its primary function is to remove barriers to free trade.

Greece defaulted on its $1.7billion debt to the _______________ ______________ _____________ (label the organization) placing a large financial burden on the member states of the European Union. This organization has been particularly active in helping countries that are experiencing serious financial problems. In exchange for financial or technical assistance, a country must agree to a certain set of conditions that promote economic liberalization.

In the 1994, Canada, Mexico and the United states signed the ________ __________ __________ ____________ __________ which largely removed trade barriers between these countries.

The groups with which people identify, including gender, race, religion, and region, and which are the "building blocks" for social and political action. _____________ __________________

Countries with diverse, turbulent groups sometimes offer _____________________ to that region/people as a way of avoiding rebellion and maintaining peace.

Check all of the following that characteristics that are necessary for a state to be considered a Democracy.