English Grammar - One Word Substitution

English Grammar
English Grammar - One Word Substitution

Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A political system based on the rule of the wealthy'.


Options:

  1. Oligarchy
  2. Aristocracy
  3. Plutocracy
  4. Meritocracy

Right Answer: Plutocracy

A 'plutocracy' is a political system in which power rests with the wealthy, from the Greek 'ploutos' meaning wealth and 'kratos' meaning rule. This matches the given definition exactly. The distractors describe different bases of power. An 'oligarchy' is rule by a small group, though not necessarily a rich one. An 'aristocracy' is rule by a hereditary noble class, where birth rather than money confers status. A 'meritocracy' is rule by those with ability and talent, judged on achievement. Only wealth is the defining criterion in the question. Hence option three is correct.

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