Section: American Government: Principles

1. What is the form of government of the United States?

Official answer

  • • Republic
  • • Constitution-based federal republic
  • • Representative democracy

Why

The United States is a republic — a representative democracy where citizens elect leaders to govern under the Constitution.

Answers verified against USCIS materials. Last checked 2026-07-17.

Official source: USCIS — 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025)