STANDARDS: SS7CG1 Compare and contrast different forms of citizen participation in government. Explain the role of citizen participation in autocratic and democratic governments. Describe the two predominant forms of democratic governments: parliamentary and presidential. Explain the role of citizens in choosing the leaders of South Africa (parliamentary democracy), Nigeria (presidential democracy), and Kenya (presidential democracy).   © Brain Wrinkles

TEACHER INFO: CLOZE Notes The next pages are handouts for the students to use for note-taking during the presentation. (Print front to back to save paper and ink.) Check the answers as a class after the presentation.   © Brain Wrinkles

Governments CLOZE Notes 1 Leadership Background KENYA Let’s Review Africa As the head of state, the president attends ________________________ and meets with leaders from all around the world. As the chief executive, Kenya’s president ________________________ and is involved in the day-to-day business of running the country. Kenya’s president acts as both ________________________ and head of state. Kenya is currently a democratic republic with an ________________________ and a bicameral legislature. The constitution also promises to ________________________ in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. The new constitution (2010) introduced significant legislative changes, such as a new ________________________ , the abolishment of the prime minister, and having female representation from each of Kenya’s 47 counties. Kenya has recently experienced ________________________ in its government. Kenya became independent from Great Britain on December 12th, 1963 under the leadership of ________________________ . Leader works ________________________ Presidential--system of government in which the leader is constitutionally independent of the legislature; citizens ________________________ Leader works with or ________________________ Parliamentary– citizens elect members of Parliament, and then the ________________________ the leader Democracy--supreme power is vested in the people & exercised by them directly or indirectly through a system of representation involving ________________________ Autocracy-- ________________________ possesses unlimited power & citizens have limited role in government Some of these countries have ________________________ , while others are suppressed by autocracies. Today, there are ________________________ independent African nations. African people ________________________ in the laws that were made under European rule. By the early 1900s, ________________________ had colonized nearly all of Africa. Governments CLOZE Notes 1

Governments CLOZE Notes 2 Background NIGERIA Flaws Role of Citizens Presidential Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Kenya is currently a ________________________ with an elected president and a bicameral legislature. The constitution also promises to ________________________ in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. Nigeria suffered from violence and ________________________ from 1966 until 1999, when a democratic government was finally established. At first, Nigeria was one of the ________________________ in Africa. On October 1st, 1960, Great Britain granted ________________________ under the leadership of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the first Nigerian-elected prime minister. Also, because many African cultures view politics as a male occupation, women are ________________________ in Kenya’s government. Corruption has also been a major problem as many politicians ________________________ . Freedoms are written into the constitution, but ________________________ by the president. Much of the decision-making process is made by the ________________________ . Even though Kenya is a democracy, the citizens do not have ________________________ in the government. The citizens ________________________ , as well as for members of the parliament. As a democracy, its ________________________ in voting and elections. Citizens must be ________________________ , but voting is not required by law. The president ________________________ from Kenya’s Parliament. The citizens ________________________ the president every 5 years. Citizens are responsible for electing members for ________________________ . It consists of ________________________ — the Senate and the National Assembly. The ________________________ is the country’s bicameral legislature. He or she serves a ________________________ and is eligible for a second term if elected. The president is directly elected by a ________________________ from the people. Governments CLOZE Notes 2

Governments CLOZE Notes 3 Background SOUTH AFRICA Flaws Role of the Citizen Presidential Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Leadership Today, the racially segregated government has ended and South Africa is a _________________ . Until 1994, South Africa had an oligarchy that was controlled by the white ___________________ . South Africa became independent from Great Britain in ________________ . Women are ________________________ in the government. Citizens cannot always rely on the courts to ________________________ and freedoms. Elections have been afflicted with fraud and ________________________ . Corruption has been a major issue in Nigeria, as politicians have taken bribes and abused their power to ________________________ . Nigeria is a democratic country, but it still ________________________ . The citizens vote for the president, as well as for ________________________ . ________________________, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is ________________________ by law. The president ________________________ from Nigeria’s National Assembly (legislature). The citizens ________________________ the president every 5 years. Members of both houses are ________________________ . It consists of two houses—the Senate and the ________________________ . The Nigerian ________________________ is the country’s bicameral legislature. He or she serves a five-year term and is eligible for a ______________________ . Nigeria’s president is directly elected by a popular vote ________________________ . As the head of state, the president attends Nigeria’s ceremonies and ________________________ from all around the world. As the chief executive, Nigeria’s president holds a lot of power and is involved in the ________________________ of running the country. Nigeria’s president acts as both chief executive and ________________________ . Governments CLOZE Notes 3

Governments CLOZE Notes 4 Flaws Role of the Citizen Parliamentary Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Leadership This has caused a very ________________________ among half of the country’s population. Unfortunately, even though Apartheid has ended, much of South Africa’s ________________________ the black population. Personal ________________________ in South Africa since Apartheid (legal separation of the races) has ended. People can participate in South Africa’s government by voting for representatives, expressing their opinions on issues, and ________________________ . ________________________ and the Constitution protects citizens’ rights and freedoms. Compared to Nigeria and Kenya, South Africa’s democracy is much stronger. The citizens vote for members of the National Assembly (parliament), who then ________________________ . As a democracy, its ________________________ in voting and elections. Citizens must be ________________________ , but voting is not required by law. Parliamentary Democracy – ________________________ leader This is the ________________________ between a Presidential Democracy and a Parliamentary Democracy! The political party with the ________________________ in the National Assembly selects the President. ________________________ to the National Assembly, while lower provincial governments appoint officials to the National Council of Provinces. It consists of two houses—the ________________________ and the National Council of Provinces. The Parliament of South Africa is the country’s ________________________ . He or she serves a ________________________ (no more than two terms). The parliament ________________________ to be the president. He or she is the ________________________ with the most seats in National Assembly. He or she is the head of government and ________________________ . The president is the chief executive who holds the ________________________ . Governments CLOZE Notes 4

Governments CLOZE Notes 1 Leadership Background KENYA Let’s Review Africa As the head of state, the president attends Kenya’s ceremonies and meets with leaders from all around the world. As the chief executive, Kenya’s president holds a lot of power and is involved in the day-to-day business of running the country. Kenya’s president acts as both chief executive and head of state. Kenya is currently a democratic republic with an elected president and a bicameral legislature. The constitution also promises to reduce corruption in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. The new constitution (2010) introduced significant legislative changes, such as a new bicameral legislature, the abolishment of the prime minister, and having female representation from each of Kenya’s 47 counties. Kenya has recently experienced many changes in its government. Kenya became independent from Great Britain on December 12th, 1963 under the leadership of Jomo Kenyatta. Leader works separate from legislature Presidential--system of government in which the leader is constitutionally independent of the legislature; citizens directly elect leader Leader works with or through the legislature Parliamentary– citizens elect members of Parliament, and then the members select the leader Democracy--supreme power is vested in the people & exercised by them directly or indirectly through a system of representation involving free elections Autocracy-- 1 person possesses unlimited power & citizens have limited role in government Some of these countries have established democracies, while others are suppressed by autocracies. Today, there are more than 50 independent African nations. African people had little say in the laws that were made under European rule. By the early 1900s, European nations had colonized nearly all of Africa. Governments CLOZE Notes 1

Governments CLOZE Notes 2 Background NIGERIA Flaws Role of Citizens Presidential Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Kenya is currently a democratic republic with an elected president and a bicameral legislature. The constitution also promises to reduce corruption in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. Nigeria suffered from violence and military rule from 1966 until 1999, when a democratic government was finally established. At first, Nigeria was one of the more stable governments in Africa. On October 1st, 1960, Great Britain granted Nigeria independence under the leadership of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the first Nigerian-elected prime minister. Also, because many African cultures view politics as a male occupation, women are not equally represented in Kenya’s government. Corruption has also been a major problem as many politicians take bribes. Freedoms are written into the constitution, but government is dominated by the president. Much of the decision-making process is made by the president and his party. Even though Kenya is a democracy, the citizens do not have too much say in the government. The citizens vote for the president, as well as for members of the parliament. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. The president works separately from Kenya’s Parliament. The citizens directly elect the president every 5 years. Citizens are responsible for electing members for both houses. It consists of two houses — the Senate and the National Assembly. The Parliament of Kenya is the country’s bicameral legislature. He or she serves a five-year term and is eligible for a second term if elected. The president is directly elected by a popular vote from the people. Governments CLOZE Notes 2

Governments CLOZE Notes 3 Background SOUTH AFRICA Flaws Role of the Citizen Presidential Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Leadership Today, the racially segregated government has ended and South Africa is a democracy. Until 1994, South Africa had an oligarchy that was controlled by the white leaders of Apartheid. South Africa became independent from Great Britain in 1910. Women are not equally represented in the government. Citizens cannot always rely on the courts to protect their rights and freedoms. Elections have been afflicted with fraud and unequal voting rights. Corruption has been a major issue in Nigeria, as politicians have taken bribes and abused their power to gain personal wealth. Nigeria is a democratic country, but it still has its flaws. The citizens vote for the president, as well as for members of the legislature. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. The president works separately from Nigeria’s National Assembly (legislature). The citizens directly elect the president every 5 years. Members of both houses are elected by Nigeria’s citizens. It consists of two houses—the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Nigerian National Assembly is the country’s bicameral legislature. He or she serves a five-year term and is eligible for a second term if elected. Nigeria’s president is directly elected by a popular vote from the people. As the head of state, the president attends Nigeria’s ceremonies and meets with leaders from all around the world. As the chief executive, Nigeria’s president holds a lot of power and is involved in the day-to-day business of running the country. Nigeria’s president acts as both chief executive and head of state. Governments CLOZE Notes 3

Governments CLOZE Notes 4 Flaws Role of the Citizen Parliamentary Democracy Legislature How Leaders Are Chosen Leadership This has caused a very low standard of living among half of the country’s population. Unfortunately, even though Apartheid has ended, much of South Africa’s wealth does not reach the black population. Personal freedoms are more numerous in South Africa since Apartheid (legal separation of the races) has ended. People can participate in South Africa’s government by voting for representatives, expressing their opinions on issues, and running for office. Elections are fair and the Constitution protects citizens’ rights and freedoms. Compared to Nigeria and Kenya, South Africa’s democracy is much stronger. The citizens vote for members of the National Assembly (parliament), who then selects the president. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. Parliamentary Democracy – legislature chooses the executive leader This is the major difference between a Presidential Democracy and a Parliamentary Democracy! The political party with the most members in the National Assembly selects the President. Citizens elect members to the National Assembly, while lower provincial governments appoint officials to the National Council of Provinces. It consists of two houses—the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces. The Parliament of South Africa is the country’s bicameral legislature. He or she serves a five-year term (no more than two terms). The parliament selects one of its members to be the president. He or she is the leader of the party with the most seats in National Assembly. He or she is the head of government and head of state. The president is the chief executive who holds the most political power. Governments CLOZE Notes 4

Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa Africa’s Governments Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa

Africa By the early 1900s, European nations had colonized nearly all of Africa. African people had little say in the laws that were made under European rule. Today, there are more than 50 independent African nations. Some of these countries have established democracies, while others are suppressed by autocracies.

Government TYPES– HOW DO CITIZENS PARTICIPATE? Let’s Review Government TYPES– HOW DO CITIZENS PARTICIPATE? Autocracy-- 1 person possesses unlimited power & citizens have limited role in government Democracy--supreme power is vested in the people & exercised by them directly or indirectly through a system of representation involving free elections

TWO TYPES OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENTS: Let’s Review TWO TYPES OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENTS: Parliamentary– citizens elect members of Parliament, and then the members select the leader Leader works with or through the legislature Presidential--system of government in which the leader is constitutionally independent of the legislature; citizens directly elect leader Leader works separate from legislature

Presidential Representative Democratic Republic Republic of Kenya Presidential Representative Democratic Republic

Background Kenya became independent from Great Britain on December 12th, 1963 under the leadership of Jomo Kenyatta. Kenya has recently experienced many changes in its government. The new constitution (2010) introduced significant legislative changes, such as a new bicameral legislature, the abolishment of the prime minister, and having female representation from each of Kenya’s 47 counties.

Jomo Kenyatta served as Kenya’s president from 1964 to 1978.

Background The constitution also promises to reduce corruption in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. Kenya is currently a democratic republic with an elected president and a bicameral legislature.

The Kenyatta International Conference Centre, in Nairobi, is home to Kenya’s government.

Leadership Kenya’s president acts as both chief executive and head of state. As the chief executive, Kenya’s president holds a lot of power and is involved in the day-to-day business of running the country. As the head of state, the president attends Kenya’s ceremonies and meets with leaders from all around the world.

Uhuru Kenyatta Kenya’s 4th President

How Leaders Are Chosen The president is directly elected by a popular vote from the people. He or she serves a five-year term and is eligible for a second term if elected.

Legislature The Parliament of Kenya is the country’s bicameral legislature. It consists of two houses—the Senate and the National Assembly. Citizens are responsible for electing members for both houses.

Inside Kenya’s Parliament © Brain Wrinkles

Presidential Democracy The citizens directly elect the president every 5 years. The president works separately from Kenya’s Parliament.

Role of the Citizen Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. The citizens vote for the president, as well as for members of the parliament.

Voting in Kenya – March 2013 © Brain Wrinkles

Flaws Even though Kenya is a democracy, the citizens do not have too much say in the government. Much of the decision-making process is made by the president and his party. Freedoms are written into the constitution, but government is dominated by the president. Corruption has also been a major problem as many politicians take bribes. Also, because many African cultures view politics as a male occupation, women are not equally represented in Kenya’s government.

Presidential Representative Democratic Republic Republic of Nigeria Presidential Representative Democratic Republic

Background On October 1st, 1960, Great Britain granted Nigeria independence under the leadership of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the first Nigerian-elected prime minister. At first, Nigeria was one of the more stable governments in Africa. Nigeria suffered from violence and military rule from 1966 until 1999, when a democratic government was finally established.

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the first Nigerian-elected prime minister

Background The constitution also promises to reduce corruption in the government and to provide better protection of citizens’ rights. Kenya is currently a democratic republic with an elected president and a bicameral legislature.

The National Assembly building in Abuja is home to Nigeria’s legislature.

Leadership Nigeria’s president acts as both chief executive and head of state. As the chief executive, Nigeria’s president holds a lot of power and is involved in the day-to-day business of running the country. As the head of state, the president attends Nigeria’s ceremonies and meets with leaders from all around the world.

Muhammadu Buhari Nigeria’s President

How Leaders Are Chosen Nigeria’s president is directly elected by a popular vote from the people. He or she serves a five-year term and is eligible for a second term if elected.

Legislature The Nigerian National Assembly is the country’s bicameral legislature. It consists of two houses—the Senate and the House of Representatives. Members of both houses are elected by Nigeria’s citizens.

Inside Nigeria’s Parliament

Presidential Democracy The citizens directly elect the president every 5 years. The president works separately from Nigeria’s National Assembly (legislature).

Role of the Citizen Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. The citizens vote for the president, as well as for members of the legislature.

Voting in Nigeria - 2015

Flaws Nigeria is a democratic country, but it still has its flaws. Corruption has been a major issue in Nigeria, as politicians have taken bribes and abused their power to gain personal wealth. Elections have been afflicted with fraud and unequal voting rights. Citizens cannot always rely on the courts to protect their rights and freedoms. Women are not equally represented in the government.

The 2015 presidential election was free, fair, and well-conducted.

Republic of South Africa

Background South Africa became independent from Great Britain in 1910. Until 1994, South Africa had an oligarchy that was controlled by the white leaders of Apartheid. Today, the racially segregated government has ended and South Africa is a democracy.

The Houses of Parliament, in Cape Town, is home to South Africa’s government.

Leadership The president is the chief executive who holds the most political power. He or she is the head of government and head of state. He or she is the leader of the party with the most seats in National Assembly.

South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma South Africa’s President

How Leaders Are Chosen The parliament selects one of its members to be the president. He or she serves a five-year term (no more than two terms).

Legislature The Parliament of South Africa is the country’s bicameral legislature. It consists of two houses—the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces. Citizens elect members to the National Assembly, while lower provincial governments appoint officials to the National Council of Provinces.

National Assembly Chamber

Parliamentary Democracy The political party with the most members in the National Assembly selects the President. This is the major difference between a Presidential Democracy and a Parliamentary Democracy! Parliamentary Democracy – legislature chooses the executive leader

Role of the Citizen Citizens must be 18 to vote, but voting is not required by law. As a democracy, its citizens can participate in voting and elections. The citizens vote for members of the National Assembly (parliament), who then elects the president.

Role of the Citizen Compared to Nigeria and Kenya, South Africa’s democracy is much stronger. Elections are fair and the Constitution protects citizens’ rights and freedoms. People can participate in South Africa’s government by voting for representatives, expressing their opinions on issues, and running for office.

Flaws Personal freedoms are more numerous in South Africa since Apartheid (legal separation of the races) has ended. Unfortunately, even though Apartheid has ended, much of South Africa’s wealth does not reach the black population. This has caused a very low standard of living among half of the country’s population.

TEACHER INFO: Government Chart Print off the Government chart for each student. The students will complete the chart after discussing the presentation. Check the answers as a class to be sure that all charts are completed correctly.   © Brain Wrinkles

Comparing African Governments Directions: Complete the chart below after discussing the presentation. Country Background Information Type of Government Executive Branch How are leaders chosen? Legislative Branch Role of Citizen Kenya Nigeria South Africa

Comparing African Governments Directions: Complete the chart below after discussing the presentation. Country Background Information Type of Government Executive Branch How are leaders chosen? Legislative Branch Role of Citizen Kenya Kenya became independent from Great Britain in 1963. Presidential democracy President is chief executive and holds a lot of political power Directly elected by the people every 5 years Bicameral Parliament 18 and up can vote for president and members of parliament Nigeria Gained independence from Britain in 1960 Under military rule until 1999 Legislature is called National Assembly bicameral 18 and up can vote for president and members of legislature South Africa South Africa became independent form Great Britain in 1910. The racially segregated government was ended in 1994, when majority rule was established. Parliamentary democracy Citizens elect members of parliament; members select the president 18 and up can vote Personal freedoms are numerous in South Africa since Apartheid (legal separation of the races) has ended.

TEACHER INFO: Cookin’ Up A Government Print off the Cookin’ Up A Government handouts for each student. *Print front-to-back to save paper. On the first sheet, the students will summarize the “ingredients” for each of the 3 African countries’ governments. On the back, the students will choose one country and write a recipe for the country’s government that describes how it was “made”.

Cookin’ Up A Government Directions: In the jars below, summarize the “ingredients” for each country’s government. Kenya Nigeria South Africa

Cookin’ Up A Government Directions: Choose one of the countries and write a recipe for the country’s government that describes how it was “made”. Include several ingredients that were used to form the government. Also, write out the special cooking instructions for bringing the ingredients together.   Ingredients: _ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Instructions:

TEACHER INFO: True/False Review Print off the cards on the following page (or have students quickly make their own on scrap paper). Project the True/False statements and have the students hold up the correct end of the card. After you scan to see the students’ answers, display the Answer slide.

TRUE FALSE TRUE FALSE

True or False? In a democracy, citizens play an important role because they are able to vote for leaders.

ANSWER: True

South Africa has a presidential democracy. True or False? South Africa has a presidential democracy.

False – Parliamentary Democracy ANSWER: False – Parliamentary Democracy

True or False? South Africa is a parliamentary democracy in which the chief executive is elected by the citizens.

False-selected by parliament ANSWER: False-selected by parliament

Citizens directly vote for the president in Kenya. True or False? Citizens directly vote for the president in Kenya.

ANSWER: True

True or False? Women’s rights and government corruption are serious flaws in Kenya and Nigeria’s democratic governments.

ANSWER: True

True or False? In a democracy, a ruler has absolute power and the citizens do not possess the right to choose their own leaders.

ANSWER: False - Autocracy

True or False? South Africa has one of the weakest democratic governments in Africa today.

ANSWER: False – strongest

In Kenya and Nigeria, citizens elect the chief executive. True or False? In Kenya and Nigeria, citizens elect the chief executive.

ANSWER: True

In South Africa, the president comes to the role by hereditary line. True or False? In South Africa, the president comes to the role by hereditary line.

False – he or she is selected from the legislature ANSWER: False – he or she is selected from the legislature

True or False? In a presidential democracy, citizens vote for members of the legislature and the members select the country’s leader.

False – Parliamentary Democracy ANSWER: False – Parliamentary Democracy

True or False? Kenya and Nigeria are presidential democracies in which the citizens are responsible for electing the president and members of the legislature.

ANSWER: True

True or False? In a democracy, a single ruler or party holds unlimited power over the government & its people.

ANSWER: False – autocracy

In Kenya, voting starts at age 18 and is not required by law. True or False? In Kenya, voting starts at age 18 and is not required by law.

ANSWER: True

True or False? The head of Kenya’s government (person with the most political power) is the president.

ANSWER: True

TEACHER INFO: Triple Venn Diagram Print off the Venn diagram handout for each student. The students will compare and contrast the governments of Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. When students are finished, they should trade papers with a partner to check answers/make sure they have enough information in each section.

African Governments South Africa Nigeria Kenya Compare and Contrast

African Governments Compare and Contrast South Africa Nigeria Kenya Legislature is called National Assembly Parliamentary democracy Democracies Chief executive is president Citizens 18 and older to vote Leaders serve 5 year terms Bicameral legislatures Legislature is called Parliament Presidential democracy Corruption in gov. Unequal for women Citizens vote for president And members of legislature Constitution now requires female representatives from Kenya’s 47 counties Kenya Compare and Contrast

TEACHER INFO: Comprehension Check Print off the Comprehension Check for each student. The students will complete this handout at the end of the lesson. You can count this as a quiz! © Brain Wrinkles

Governments Comprehension Check 1. In this type of government, citizens play an important role because they are able to vote for leaders. 2. Name two presidential democracies found in Africa today: 3. In this type of government, citizens have virtually no role because all the decisions are made by a single leader. 4. What type of democracy is found in South Africa? 5. In this country, citizens have gained more equality since Apartheid ended in 1994. 6. Describe some flaws found in Kenya and Nigeria’s governments: 7. In Kenya, the President is both the chief executive and the head of state. What type of democracy is this? 8. How is the president of South Africa chosen? 9. Kenya and Nigeria are presidential democracies in which the citizens are responsible for electing the: 10. What is citizen participation like in all three countries’ governments? Governments Comprehension Check

Governments Comprehension Check 1. In this type of government, citizens play an important role because they are able to vote for leaders. Democracy 2. Name two presidential democracies found in Africa today: Kenya and Nigeria 3. In this type of government, citizens have virtually no role because all the decisions are made by a single leader. Autocracy 4. What type of democracy is found in South Africa? Parliamentary 5. In this country, citizens have gained more equality since Apartheid ended in 1994. South Africa 6. Describe some flaws found in Kenya and Nigeria’s governments: Unequal representation of women, government corruption, Citizens cannot always rely on the courts to protect their rights and freedoms 7. In Kenya, the President is both the chief executive and the head of state. What type of democracy is this? Presidential 8. How is the president of South Africa chosen? He is elected by the country’s legislature. 9. Kenya and Nigeria are presidential democracies in which the citizens are responsible for electing the: President and members of the legislature 10. What is citizen participation like in all three countries’ governments? Citizens 18 and older can vote Governments Comprehension Check

TEACHER INFO: TICKET OUT THE DOOR Print off the Ticket Out the Door for each student (two-per-page). Have the students give each country a grade based on its government. In the comments section, write why they chose the grade and what things the country can do to improve.

Report Card Report Card Name: Name: Report Card Report Card You are the teacher! Give each country a grade based on its government. In the comments section, write why you chose the grade and what things the country can do to improve. You are the teacher! Give each country a grade based on its government. In the comments section, write why you chose the grade and what things the country can do to improve. Name: Kenya Name: Kenya Grade: Comments: Grade: Comments: Name: Nigeria Name: Nigeria Grade: Comments: Grade: Comments: Name: South Africa Name: South Africa Grade: Comments: Grade: Comments: