Vocabulary
the formal structures and institutions through which decisions are made for a body of people
government
The belief that ordinary people could aspire to rule themselves and do so as political equals is known as...
self-government
A system of government headed by one person who inherits power, such as a king or queen
monarchy
What ancient nation was the first to practice a direct democracy?
Athens, Greece
In this reality competition show, teams of two race around the world, completing challenges and trying to be the first to reach the finish line.
The Amazing Race
refers to the government’s authority and ability to get things done
power
A theory that states the first governments formed as a result of people agreeing among themselves to submit to the authority of the state, which in turn would protect and support them is known as...
The Social Contract Theory
type of government run by one person who has all the power over the people in a country
dictatorship
Explain why a direct democracy would not work in the United States.
We have way too many people; it would be impossible to get everyone in the country to meet in the same place at the same time
This popular fantasy novel that came out in 2023, follows Violet Sorrengail as she enters Basgiath War College to train as a dragon rider.
Fourth Wing
the principle that all people possess a fundamental, moral worth that entitles them to fair treatment under the law and equal opportunity
equality
What are the three main COMPONENTS of government?
people, powers, and policies
the government of the people, by the people and for the people
democracy
What is another term for a representative democracy?
Democratic republic
Before this last season, when was the last time the Dakota Prairie Boys Basketball team made it to State?
2009
any decision made by government in pursuit of a particular goal
policy
What four characteristics define a state?
1-Territory, 2- Population, 3- Government, 4- Sovereignty
What are the two types of monarchy? What is the difference between the two?
Absolute- monarch’s power is unlimited
Constitutional- monarch’s power is limited
What three ideals is American democracy centered around?
Liberty, equality, and self-government
What song are these lyrics from and who sings it?
"You used to call me on my cell phone
Late night when you need my love ...."
Hotline Bling- Drake
when rulers are seen as right and proper by important segments of a nation’s population
legitimacy
What are the five functions of government?
1. enforcing national security
2. maintaining order
3. resolving conflict
4. providing the services its citizens need
5. providing for the public good
A division of power where ultimate authority rests in a single national government is a _____________ system, and a system where power is divided between the national government and regional levels of governments is a _______________ system.
unitary; federal
What are the five principles of American democracy?
Worth of the individual, rule of law, majority rule with minority rights, compromise, and citizen participation
Which country has the most natural lakes in the world?
Canada