Bell Work Which of these people likely reside in a democratic country? Why? While talking with friends, Ryan makes insulting comments about the president. The next morning, Ryan is arrested and jailed for his comments. Maria has served more than 20 years in the legislature, but this fall an opponent from a rival political party is running against her. Daniel agrees with the views of a candidate running for congress and volunteers to work on the candidate’s campaign.

In Lak’ech by Luis Valdez Tu eres me otro yo Si te hago daño a ti, Me hago daño a mi mismo Si te amo y respeto Me amo y respeto yo You are my other me If I do harm to you, I do harm to myself If I love and respect you I love and respect myself

Bell Work Which of these people likely reside in a democratic country? Why? While talking with friends, Ryan makes insulting comments about the president. The next morning, Ryan is arrested and jailed for his comments. Maria has served more than 20 years in the legislature, but this fall an opponent from a rival political party is running against her. Daniel agrees with the views of a candidate running for congress and volunteers to work on the candidate’s campaign.

Systems of Government A unitary system of government gives all key powers to the central government, which gives some powers to state and local governments. A confederacy, or confederate system of government, is a loose union of independent and fairly sovereign states. A federal system of government divides the powers of government between the national and state or provincial government, with each level having sovereignty in some areas.

Constitutional Governments A constitution is a plan that identifies the people’s ideals; establishes government structure, powers, and duties; and provides the supreme law. A constitutional government is limited because the constitution places limits on the powers of government officials. No written constitution can spell out all the laws, customs, and ideas that evolve around it. Governments do not always follow the laws of their constitutions.

Major Types of Government Authoritarian governments, or totalitarian states, control all aspects of citizens’ economic, political, and social lives. Monarchy is a form of government in which one person— a king, queen, or emperor—inherits the throne and heads the state. A democracy is a system of government in which the people rule, either directly or through representatives. In an indirect or representative democracy, the people elect representatives and give them the power to make laws and conduct government.

Principles of Democracy citizen participation regular free and fair elections rule of law majority rule with minority rights Accountability Transparency limited government with a list of citizens’ rights and freedoms control of the abuse of power economic freedom equality of all individuals respect of individual or human rights an independent judiciary competing political parties

Principles of Democracy Working in pairs Each pair chooses one of the principles of democracy Citizen participation Regular Free and fair elections Accepting the results of elections Rule of Law Majority rule with minority rights Accountability Transparency Limited government and a bill of rights Each pair creates a poster that illustrates what that principle is and why it is important Each pair presents their poster to the class

Section Review Which of the following is a purpose of a constitution?  A.to state what freedoms citizens have  B.to set out the basic structure of a government  C.to describe economic activities allowed by law  D.to explain why the country is better than all others

Why is a constitution an incomplete guide for a country to follow?  A.It cannot describe every law necessary for a country to exist.  B.It must be renewed every year.  C.Constitutions can only be a certain length.  D.Not every citizen is required to obey the constitution.

A constitutional government is a "limited" government because  A.its people do not like government.  B.its leaders must ask for permission to govern every year.  C.the monarch has final authority in all matters.  D.its powers are clearly laid out by the document.

The United States Constitution is notable in that it is A The United States Constitution is notable in that it is A.the oldest written constitution in the world. B.the longest written constitution in the world. C.the most restrictive constitution in the world. D.the least restrictive constitution in the world.

Governments can be classified as falling on a spectrum with "authoritarian" on one end and what on the other?  A.oligarchic  B.democratic  C.monarchical  D.fascist

Describe a citizen's economic and social life under an authoritarian government.  A.The citizen is empowered by a constitution that protects his or her individual rights.  B.Most details of the citizen's life are highly controlled by the government.  C.The citizen is free to live however he or she pleases.  D.Few details of the citizen's life are controlled by the government.

Democratic government gains its strength from A Democratic government gains its strength from A.a strong national military. B.a constitution that gives it ultimate power. C.the consent and trust of the people. D.the support of business owners.

The rule of law guarantees thatNeed a Hint?  A.everyone is treated equally under the law.  B.laws will be passed every four years.  C.lawyers will protect you if you break the law.  D.laws apply only to citizens who vote.

Because democratic governments represent their citizens, a core principle of democracy is  A.a strong national military.  B.a common spoken language.  C.the celebration of traditional culture.  D.individual rights.

In a democracy, all people are treated equally because  A.that is the tradition of Western culture.  B.everyone is protected by the law.  C.this principle is taught in the Bible.  D.elected officials insist upon it.

Answer the following question on pp. 31 – 32: Chapter 1 Review Answer the following question on pp. 31 – 32: 1 – 6 9 – 10 14 and the first part of 15. Extra Credit 18 - 21

Reflection Which of the “Principles of Democracy” do you think is most important and why?