Comparing Governments Around the World
12Social Studies39 min
Learning Objective
I can compare and contrast different forms of government.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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In a democracy, the people choose their leaders, whereas in authoritarian governments, one person or a small group holds power with few checks.
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Presidential, parliamentary, and presidential-parliamentary mixes are three categories of democracies found around the world today.
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Even the most repressive authoritarian systems can be toppled by revolutions, and strong democracies can drift toward authoritarianism, a process called democratic backsliding.
Practice
7 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Compare and contrast parliamentary and presidential democracies. In your answer, include how the leader of each system is chosen.”
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