Systems of Government

Throughout the globe there are various types or systems of government.  When you think about government, you have to consider who has the power. Reflecting back on the discussion, "Who has the power", you were asked to reflect on the distribution of power. Should the power to govern, or rule over a nation lie with the citizens or one person, or a certain family? You will examine various types of governments and what it means for the citizens who live under this type rule.

Using  the presentations below as a resource along with the other available resources, create a graphic organizer of your choice or you can copy the table below to help you understand each type and its impact on the citizens. The systems are in Red and the types of government are in blue.

 

Resources:

Download governmentppt with pics colorful.pdf

Download Systems or Forms of Government.pdf

Download typesofgovernment--2.pdf

 

Government

Systems/Types

Leader Selection of Leader Who has the power? Citizen Participation

Countries

 

Federal
Confederation
Unitary
Autocracy
Oligarchy
Democracy

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