Guided Notes REPRESENTATIVE DEMOCRACY Define a representative democracy

Define a representative democracy �A type of government where voters choose representatives to make

Federal Republic �A federal republic means that power is divided between the state and

Examples of a federal republic � Education-Is considered a state issue with limited interference

Branches of government � Our government is broken down into how many branches? 3

Census � What is a census? A count of a governments citizens. � How

Census Continued � What branch of government is most affected by a census? The

Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities in a Democracy � Rights � 1. To a prompt

Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities in a Democracy Responsibilities � 1. Support and defend the

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Guided Notes REPRESENTATIVE DEMOCRACY

Define a representative democracy �A type of government where voters choose representatives to make and enforce laws for them.

Federal Republic �A federal republic means that power is divided between the state and federal governments. A president serves as the leader of the nation.

Examples of a federal republic � Education-Is considered a state issue with limited interference from the federal government. � Laws �State Law-Speed limits �Federal Law-Murder

Branches of government � Our government is broken down into how many branches? 3 � The three branches of government are : Executive (president), Legislative (Congress) and Judicial (Supreme Court) � Why did the constitution divide the government? So no one branch is more powerful than another; checks and balances.

Census � What is a census? A count of a governments citizens. � How often is a census performed in the U. S. ? Every 10 years.

Census Continued � What branch of government is most affected by a census? The Legislative Branch � How? The number of representatives (to the house) in each state is determined by population. The more accurate the count of the population, the more representatives a state may receive. More representatives mean a stronger "voice” in Congress.

Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities in a Democracy � Rights � 1. To a prompt and fair trial by a jury. � 2. Freedom to express yourself (speech). � 3. Freedom to pursue “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. ” � 4. Run for elected office. � 5. Freedom to worship as you wish. � 6. To vote in elections for public officials.

Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities in a Democracy Responsibilities � 1. Support and defend the Constitution. � 2. Respect and obey local, state and federal laws. � 3. Participate in your local community. � 4. Respect the rights, beliefs and opinions of others. � 5. Defend the country if the need should arise. � 6. Serve on a jury when called upon. �