What is democracy, republic, monarchy, communism, dictatorship
100
What is the source of power in a democracy
people/citizens
100
Name a country that practices a democracy?
United States
100
What age do citizens get to vote?
18
100
What are the 3 branches of government?
legislative, judicial, executive
200
In which form of government does the government own all property and dominate all aspects of life?
communism
200
What is the source of power in a republic
citizens
200
What is a citizen?
A person who is born in a particular country
200
What is one right given to citizens?
Voting, running for office, campaigning, petitioning
200
Which branch of government makes the laws?
Legislative
300
What is the definition for republic
supreme power lies in the bodies of its citizens
300
What is the source of power in a dictatorship?
dictator
300
What is the purpose of a democracy?
To preserve & protect the citizens and their rights.
300
List 3 liberties that citizens have?
free speech, freedom of the press, freedom of assembly...etc.
300
Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing the law?
executive
400
What is the definition for democracy
It is a government that is established for and by the people
400
What is the source of power in monarchy?
King or Queen
400
List 3 ways that a democracy protects and preserves its citizens?
Laws, military, Constitution, Bill of Rights
400
Citizens are protected by laws, name 2 specific laws that help protect citizens.
protect your self, speed limits...etc.
400
Which branch of government interprets laws to see if they are constitutional?
judicial
500
What is the real name of the United States form of government
Constitutional based Federal Republic, with strong democratic traditions
500
What is the source of power in communism?
government
500
What is a Liberty?
freedoms that citizens have: free speech
500
What documents were created to help preserve & protect citezens?
Constitution & Bill of Rights
500
How does a bill become a law?
Legislative branch: the house & senate must agree and pass the bill then they revise if they need to until it passes both houses then they send it to the president to sign.