To be truly free one must be chained

“To be truly free, one must be chained. ” What?

Government Theory Review �Which theory has led to the development of most dictatorships? �From where does power originate in the Divine Right Theory? �Can there be Freedom of Religion under the Divine Right Theory? �What is the source of all government power/authority in the Social Contract Theory? �Which theory argues that the structure of government originated in the family unit? �Which of these theories lead to the most efficient government? �Which is the most inefficient?

What will I learn today? �I can define/explain different types of government. �I can determine advantages and disadvantages of various types of government. �I can identify the system of government practiced in the United States and explain why we use this system.

Classifying governments by WHO can participate. Democracy Dictatorship �In a democracy, supreme political authority rests with the people. �A direct democracy exists where the will of the people is translated into law directly by the people themselves. �In a representative democracy, a small group of persons, chosen by the people to act as their representatives, expresses the popular will. �A dictatorship exists where those who rule cannot be held responsible to the will of the people. �Those in power have absolute authority. �Usually gain and hold power by military force. Why doesn’t the U. S. practice direct democracy?

Classifying government by WHERE power is located �A unitary government has all powers held by a single, central agency. �A confederate government is an alliance of independent states. All control is local. �A federal government is one in which the powers of government are divided between a central government and several local governments. It is a combination of unitary and confederate.

Classifying government by the RELATIONSHIP between branches Interpret the definition from the diagram below.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of these governments? Work with a partner (from the row next to yours) to answer this question.

Exit Ticket: Answer the questions on the back of the worksheet. Continue working with your partner