Question

oligarchy
oligarchy is a form of unlimited government where a small group has total control over a system.

• oligarchies are often called aristocracies, as aristocrats or nobles are in control.
• ordinary people have no individual freedoms, no free elections, and very limited control over their lives, besides that allowed by the government.

what term is often used to describe an oligarchy in which a ruling group consists of a wealthy elite class?
monarchy
aristocracy
democracy

Explanation:

The text states that oligarchies are often called aristocracies when aristocrats or nobles (which can be a wealthy elite - class) are in control. A monarchy is ruled by a single monarch, and a democracy is a system with free - elections and power in the hands of the people.

Answer:

B. aristocracy