What do you call a rebellion where a group of people revolts against the government?

• A. Revolt
• B. Insurrection
• C. Mutiny
• D. Uprising

Answer: (D)

A broad, popular challenge to government authority is called an uprising. This term fits when ordinary people across communities rise up against those in power, often to demand change or to oppose policies. It emphasizes mass participation and a collective action by civilians, rather than a single group or a military unit taking control.

Mutiny refers to rebellion within a military crew or ship, which is a very specific, military context. A revolt is a general term for rebellion and can be used for smaller or localized insurrections. An insurrection denotes a more organized attempt to overthrow the government, often planned and carried out by a coordinated group.

So, when a group of people revolts against the government in a broad, people-powered way, the most accurate term is an uprising.