Write words related to the concept of Government?
Government is a group of people who have to power to make and enforce laws for a country or area. The basic purpose of government is to keep order, to provide services, and to protect the common good, or the well-being of the people. Citizens have certain rights and responsibilities within the government.
Foundations of Government
Constitution: A document that sets forth the fundamental principles of a government and the relationship between the government and its citizens. Limited government: a government structure in which government actions are limited by law. They work to protect the common good and provide for people's needs. People in a limited government may gather freely to express their opinions and work to change government policies. Unlimited government: government structure in which there are no effective limits on government actions. In China (they have unlimited government), a ruler has the power to make all decisions for a country or society. Tyranny: Unjust use of power.
Concepts:
What is the difference between a limited and an unlimited government?
What is the importance of having a constitution to govern a society?
Brain break: Draw a banana and imagine it is a superhero fighting against an evil broccoli.
What is the term for a government ruled by a king or queen?
- Monarchy
- Republic
- Democracy
What is the term for a form of government in which power is held by the people, either directly or through elected representatives?
- Oligarchy
- Democracy
- Dictatorship