1. Democracy vs. Communism
Capitalism vs. socialism
What’s the difference in rules, philosophy, and lifestyle?

2. Government Communism Democracy Democracy Communism Democracy Communism
Leader is appointed by the Party
Communism
Leader is elected by the people
Democracy
Democracy
Everyone eligible can vote in elections
Communism
Leaders may use force to control
Democracy
Competitive Multi-Party System
Dominant One-Party System
Communism
Leaders stay in control until forced out
Communism
Democracy
Leaders serve for designated years
Write a summary sentence for each system of government

3. Economy Capitalism Capitalism Socialism Socialism Socialism Capitalism
Individuals/businesses control production
Progress results due to self-interest
Capitalism
State/Community control production
Socialism
Socialism
Goods/wealth given based on needs of all
Socialism
Progress determined by community cooperation
Capitalism
Wealth determined by competitive pay and prices
Little government policies and control
Capitalism
Government controls all policies and laws
Socialism
Write a summary sentence for each economic system

4. Social Democracy Communism Communism Democracy Democracy Communism
Property is Privately Owned
Democracy
Property is State Owned
Communism
Communism
Choice of religion controlled by State
Democracy
Choice of religion determined by individual
Democracy
Freedom of Speech
Communism
State Censorship on speech
Minorities have equal rights
Democracy
Minorities have minimal rights
Communism
Write a summary sentence for each economic system