In which type of government does a single individual typically possess absolute political power? a fascist government
a communist government
a direct democracy
a constitutional monarchy

I think it is a Fascist government. Hope this helps :)

Explanation:

dictatorships

Power in a dictatorship is held by a single person (or a very small group) that wields complete and absolute authority over a government and population. Like some absolute monarchies, dictatorships may be corrupt and seek to limit or even eradicate the liberties of the general population.

Explanation:

by creating a labor shortage that pushed the continent toward a market economy