Do Now: Why do people need government? Think about why we have rules in schools.

Do Now Which form of government from the video scared you the most? Why?

Democracy In a democracy, the government is elected by the people. A democracy is determined either directly or indirectly through elected representatives. Republic Governed by the Law.

Anarchy Anarchy is a situation where there is no government. This can happen after a civil war in a country, when a government has been destroyed and rival groups are fighting to take its place. Anarchists are people who believe that government is a bad thing in that it stops people organizing their own lives. Example: Afghanistan?

Oligarchy A government in which a few people such as a dominant clan or clique have power: Wealthy Families Military Families Sparta South Africa

Monarchy A monarchy has a king or queen. The ruling position can be passed on to the ruler’s heirs or children. Constitutional Monarchy, like the UK, has a democratic government (Parliament) that limits the monarch's control like U.S. (Congress).

Dictatorship A country ruled by a single leader. The leader has not been elected.

Communist In a communist country, the government owns businesses and farms it provides its people healthcare, education and welfare.

Totalitarian This is a country with only one political party. People are forced to do what the government tells them.

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1 This form of government is elected by the people and everyone is eligible to vote.

1 Democracy Home

2 A government ruled by a king, queen, emperor or empress.

2 Monarchy

3 A country ruled by a single leader. The leader has not been elected and may use force to keep control.

3 Dictatorship

5 The government owns property such as businesses and farms and provides its people's healthcare, education and welfare.

5 Communism

6 A situation where there is no government.

6 Anarchy

8 A government in which a few people such as a dominant clan or clique have power.

8 Oligarchy

9 A country that has no monarch, but is headed by an elected president or official is a ________.

9 Republic or Democratic Rep.

Scenarios Working with your group, decide which forms of government would fit the following situations explain why? 1. The new Prime Minister wins election narrowly due to his political party barely gaining enough seats in Parliament.

2. After a civil war, an individual takes total control of the government; she has no experience in leading a government. She disbands the national congress and retains all power in government to herself. 3. The new President elect wins the election by a landslide. Over 90% of the citizens vote for the new leader.

4. What form of government is the most effective and why? In your opinion.