1. Chapter 1- Principles of Government
This is the info that will be tested so take notes. Seriously, everything on this will be on the first test.

2. 4 characteristics of a state population-must have people
What is a state?
Defined- a body of people, living in a defined territory, organized politically, and with the power to make and enforce laws.
4 characteristics of a state
population-must have people
territory- must have land
sovereignty- must have absolute power (not controlled by another state)
government- must have an institution to make and enforce policies

3. United States as an example of a state
1. We have people…….

4. United States as an example of a state
We have land……

5. United States as an example of a state
We are sovereign…..

6. United States as an example of a state
We have a government….

7. United States as an example of a state
What is the purpose of our government?
-6 goals-
Form a more perfect union
Establish justice
Insure domestic tranquility
Provide for the common defense
Promote the general welfare
Secure the blessings of liberty

8. United States as an example of a state
What kind of government do we have? Presidential Democracy- the power of government is divided equally between branches. These branches are controlled by the people through voting.

9. United States as an example of a state
What concepts are necessary in a true democracy?
Worth of the individual-everyone is a separate and distinct being
Equality of all persons- all men are created equal (Jefferson)
Majority rule, minority rights- majority must always listen to the minority’s argument
Necessity of compromise- find the position most acceptable to the largest number
Individual freedom- The rights of every man are diminished when the rights of one man are threatened. (JFK). Freedom is not absolute

10. With a partner- using construction paper and markers
Create a state
With a partner- using construction paper and markers
Create your own state poster- give it a name and then address the four characteristics that make it a state.
draw an example of the people
draw the geographic layout
a representation of their sovereignty
a brief explanation of how their government is set up
FILL THE PAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You will have the remainder of today and Friday to complete. Think about how to make a quality product while budgeting your time. If you finish early and have nothing to do, you will be asked to create another state.