Chapter 9 “Government”Humanities 6

C. Kusel

Why do we have government? Let’s discuss…

Confucius once said..   ” Never do anything to anyone else that you wouldn't want them to do to you. This, like most principles of virtue, applies to both everyday life and government.”

Kinds of GovernmentDemocracy: In a democracy, the government is elected by the people. Everyone who is eligible to ____ - which is a majority of the population - has a chance to have their say over who runs the country. 

Example: _________Who is able to vote in Canada?---

Communism:In a communist country, the government owns all businesses and farms and provides its people's healthcare, education and welfare. Example: ____________

DictatorshipRule by a single leader who has not been elected and may use force to keep control. In a military dictatorship, the ______ is in control. Usually, there is little or no attention to public opinion or individual rights.Example: Iraq

Totalitarian Rule by a single political party.  Votes for alternative candidates and parties are

simply not allowed. Citizens are allowed and 'encouraged' to vote, but only for the government's chosen candidates.

Example: __________

RepublicA republic is led by representatives of the voters. Each is individually chosen for a set period of time. Example: __________

MonarchyA monarchy has a king or queen, who sometimes has absolute power. Power is passed along through the familyExample: ____

ParliamentaryA parliamentary system is led by representatives of the people. Each is chosen as a member of a political party and remains in power as long as his/her party doesExample: Israel

Pro’s & Cons of Each Style

In your groups, you will brainstorm the pro’s and cons of each style of government on the graphic organizer.

Have at least 3 ideas for each side.

Be ready to share your brainstorming with the class (choose a presenter)

Federal Government in Canada Structure (p. 151 in text)

http://hrsbstaff.ednet.ns.ca/bkhan/canadian_history_11/cdn_his_pages/govt_files/frame.htm

Municipal/Provincial/Federal