Unit 3 Vocabulary Words: Government for the People

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What is a protest?

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A protest is when people show disagreement or disapproval about something.

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What is a civic duty?

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A civic duty is a responsibility that citizens have to participate in their community and government.

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What does responsibility mean?

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Responsibility means a duty or task that you are expected to do.

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What are polls?

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Polls are places where people go to vote.

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Who are volunteers?

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Volunteers are people who work without pay to help others.

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What is the role of citizens in a democracy?

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Citizens participate in government by voting, protesting, and fulfilling civic duties.

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What does it mean to participate?

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To participate means to take part in an activity or event.

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What are rights?

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Rights are freedoms that are guaranteed to individuals, such as the right to vote.

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What is the importance of voting?

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Voting is important because it allows citizens to choose their leaders and influence government decisions.

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What is civic engagement?

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Civic engagement is when individuals actively participate in their community and government.