Lesson 43 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareHow Elections Work
Elections are how we choose our leaders in the United States.
🎯 Your mission
Decide what YOU would do in their shoes.
⚡ The twist
Not voting is also a vote.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.
Elections are how we choose our leaders in the United States. During an election, people vote for candidates who they believe will represent their ideas and needs. Elections can be held for different levels of government, from local mayors to the President. It is important for citizens to participate in elections because their votes help shape the future of their community and country.
Key Facts
Elections can be held at local, state, and federal levels.
Citizens must be 18 years old to vote in federal elections.
Voting helps people express their opinions about leaders and laws.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What do people do during an election?
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.
Watch a town meeting or council clip on YouTube for 5 minutes.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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