What is a large region separated by water from other land areas? it is a 12 letter word in my social studies crossword

Me < 3 there are multiple ‘3rd party’ political parties in the us. what are the benefits of having 3rd parties? what are the disadvantages of being a member of one? would the u.s. benefit if there were more 3rd parties created, more support for the current ones, or would it be best to get rid of them altogether? why?

Public opinion is difficult to define

Aform of government in which the people rule,either directly or through elected representatives