How Does a Democratic System Work?
How do you choose somebody to be your political leader or representative in government?
Election
What are the two types of leaders in a democratic society?
Natural leaders and appointed leaders.
The legislative branch is made up of the _______________ and the _________________.
The legislative branch is made up of the members of parliament and senators.
Who is the head of state in Thailand's Democracy?
The King is the head of state in Thailand.
What are the three branches of sovereign power in Thailand?
Executive Power
Judicial Power
The leaders of a family are the parents.
They have to...
- teach and take care of their children.
- work hard to earn a living for the family.
What are the seven principles of a democratic system?
1. The Sovereign Power of the People.
2. The Principles of Equality.
3. The principles of Rights, Freedom, and Duties.
4. The Principles of Majority Rule.
5. The Principles of Fraternity.
6. The Principles of the Law or the Rule of Law.
7. The Principles of Reasoning.
What is one responsibility and one characteristic of our class leader?
Responsibilities: (May vary)
Characteristics: (May vary)
How old do you have to be to vote in Thailand?
18 years old
What is the first step for effective (good) group work?
Students and/or workers need to choose a smart and competent group leader.
What is Legislative Power? What does it mean?
It is for passing laws about how people act and to protect people's rights, freedom, and benefits.
What does the word compassion mean? Why is this important for group work?
Compassion is showing concern or care for others when something bad happens to them, or if they are feeling said.
It is important for group work because it makes everybody in the group feel valued (or cared for).
What is the difference between National and Local Level Elections?
National Level: Members of Parliament and Senators
Local level: leaders and members of local councils like those in subdistricts and provincial governments.
Being a good democratic citizen has three principles. One of the principles is respect, which is made of four parts. What are all of the four parts?
2. Respect the law.
3. Respect the rights of other people.
4. Respect the institutions (places) of nation, religion, and monarchy.
What is equality in opportunity?
Everybody has a equal chance to get services (favors) from the government like education, jobs, and places to live.
What are the four fundamental rights of children?
2. The right to protection.
3. The right to development.
4. The right to participation.
What are the seven roles of Thai Citizens in an election?
1. When people reach the age of 18, it is the duty of Thai citizens to take part in the election.
2. Voters should follow political news and campaign speeches. They should share their thoughts with others to pick who to vote for.
3.Do not accept money from election campaigners (it is voter buying).
4. Good judgement should be used for decision making.
5. People need to check their name and location of the polling station before the election day.
6. On election day, people need to follow six different steps to send their vote.
7. After election day, citizens should check the results and check the work of the representatives (people chosen).
Elected leaders at the school level is made of three different positions, what are they?
1. The class leader.
2. The student president.
3. The community leader.
What are the five steps of voting on election day?
Step 1: Show evidence of who you are through your identity card.
Step 2: Sign your name or leave your fingerprint on the voter list.
Step 3: Take your ballot paper.
Step 4: Go to the voting booth and write who you want to vote for.
Step 5: Put the ballot paper in the ballot box.
What is one way you can participate in community activities?
Answer: Should be the campaign that you chose to draw and write about in your social studies green notebook.