What Is a Democracy?

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Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.

⚡ The twist

Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.

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A monarchy is ruled by a king or queen. Constitutional monarchies, like the United Kingdom, share power between the monarch and an elected government.

Key facts

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1The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
2Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
3The U.S. has three branches of government.

Then & Now

🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.

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Who is the head of the executive branch?

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Question 2 of 2

What does the legislative branch do?

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