What is the form of government of the United States?

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Republic
Constitution-based federal republic
Representative democracy

Explanation

The United States is a constitution-based federal republic - a representative democracy.

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Source: USCIS, 2025 version (USCIS M-1778, 09/25)Verified Jul 23, 2026Official PDF

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5.How are changes made to the U.S. Constitution?
6.What does the Bill of Rights protect?

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What is the form of government of the United States?

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