Intro to Government

Which is NOT a reason we have laws?

• To provide order and safety

• To assign responsibilities

• To protect citizens' rights

• To keep the government busy

What is the best definition of the word "Democracy"?

• A form of government in which the people have the power to vote for their leaders.

• A form of government in which a king has all of the power.

• A form of government in which religious leaders hold all of the power.

• A form of government in which one person has all of the power.

What is the best definition of the word "Government"?

• A group of people who work in Washington, D.C.

• A system of leaders who are in charge of the country.

• The system of rules, and the people who make and manage them.

• The United States of America

"A system of rules in a community"

• Organization

• Government

• Democracy

• Laws

What is the reason for this rule?

You must wear your mask at school.

• To provide safety and order.

• To assign responsibility.

• To protect citizens' rights.

What is the reason for this rule?

The nurse will take your temperature and determine if you can stay at school.

• To provide safety and order.

• To assign responsibility.

• To protect citizens' rights.

What is the reason for this rule?

All citizens are able to get an education.

• To provide safety and order.

• To assign responsibility.

• To protect citizens' rights.

What is the reason for this rule?

You should wash your hands for 20 seconds.

• To provide safety and order.

• To assign responsibility.

• To protect citizens' rights.

Who holds the power in a democratic government?

• The king

• An emperor

• The president

• The people

How are leaders chosen in a democratic government?

• The people vote for them

• The president chooses the leaders

• The leaders apply for their jobs and are hired by the president

• The king chooses the leaders