Lesson 67 of 84 · Civics
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareTypes of Government Around the World
There are many types of government around the world, each with its own way of ruling.
🎯 Your mission
Decide what YOU would do in their shoes.
⚡ The twist
A 'fair rule' for one group can be unfair for another.
Mind = Blown
🤯 Women in New Zealand could vote 27 years before women in the US.
Then & Now
🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.
There are many types of government around the world, each with its own way of ruling. Some countries have democracies, where people vote to make decisions. Others have monarchies, where a king or queen leads. There are also authoritarian governments, where one person or group has all the power. Understanding different types of government helps us appreciate our own and recognize how people live in other countries.
Key Facts
Democracies allow citizens to vote on decisions.
Monarchies are ruled by kings or queens.
Authoritarian governments have one leader with all the power.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What type of government allows citizens to vote?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Make up a fair rule for your family. Pitch it.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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