What is a characteristic of an oligarchy? A. One person makes all the rules and laws.
B. People who rule are born into their positions
C. Someone takes over to help oppressed people
D. Power comes from having a lot of land or money

D. Power comes from having a lot of land or money

Explanation:

Oligarchy is the form of governance. It means the rule of the few – a small group that has control over others.

Those who rule are people at the top who have the power. They can be nobility, very rich people, have high education, have some religious power, or military control. The power is usually gained through money or possession of the land, as well as other luxuries. With this, they gain political power.

The power is usually passed through generations of the same family, but not always.