Question

Choose the word that best substitutes the given phrase:
"A state of lawlessness, political disorder, and the total absence of government control."

• A. Tyranny
• B. Oligarchy
• C. Anarchy
• D. Autocracy

Hint:

Learn Greek roots for political terms:
"-archy" and "-cracy" mean rule or government.
"an-" means without.
Thus, "an-archy" directly translates to "without government/rule".

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understand the definition.
The phrase describes a state of lawlessness, political disorder, and total absence of government control. This is a situation where no authority exists and chaos prevails.
Step 2: Eliminate wrong options.
Tyranny is harsh oppressive rule. Oligarchy is rule by a small group. Autocracy is rule by a single dictator. All three involve some form of governance or authority.
Step 3: Identify the correct answer.
Anarchy means the complete absence of government and law, perfectly matching the definition given in the question.
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