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Do Now: Write two differences between a Democracy and Communism. Sentence starter: One difference between democracy and communism is……

EconomicSocialPolitical Western Democracies - NATO People own business & make a profit Citizens have freedom, rights & independence People vote for leaders & representatives. Many political parties exist Communist Countries – Warsaw Pact Gov’t owns all business & property. People lack basic rights: speech, religion, press 1 political party, Communist, controls all government functions. Ruled by dictatorships

Examine the handout Use the textual information to answer questions 1-5 on a separate sheet of paper using full sentences.

Why do you think a democratic way of life is important to protect?