Social Studies: Democracy Review - Chapter 1 PDF

Social: Democracy Review - Chapter 1 1 Review: Democracy is a Two Way Street ⦿ We get rights and freedoms But in exchange… ⦿ We take on responsibility to participate and contribute. There is a GIVE and TAKE! What Does this Mean to You?...

Social: Democracy Review - Chapter 1 1 Review: Democracy is a Two Way Street ⦿ We get rights and freedoms But in exchange… ⦿ We take on responsibility to participate and contribute. There is a GIVE and TAKE! What Does this Mean to You? ⦿ “Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference” Let’s Discuss! Review: Contributing to Society ⦿ In what ways do people contribute to society? ⦿ Why is it important for citizens to contribute?  Review: The Constitution ⦿ A constitution is the highest set of rules in a country. ⦿ The constitution explains how the country is run and includes rules that tell the government what it can and cannot do. ⦿ In Canada, our basic rules are found in the constitution: ⚫The structure of our government ⚫The powers of our government ⚫The rights of the people  Review: Who Decides the Rules? ⦿ The people do! ⦿ In Ancient times (in Athens), the people would get together all at once to vote on laws. In Canada, this would be too difficult to do. ⦿ Why is it difficult? ⚫ For example: If our class of 25 students was concerned about something happening at school, should we all charge into Mrs. Laxdal’s office at the same time to tell her? ⚫ Why would this work, or not work?  Review: Society ⦿ People in a society share: ⚫ The same government ⚫ The same rules and laws ⚫ Similar interests ⚫ Similar cultures ⦿ Who are the Members of Canadian Society? ⚫ WE ARE!  Review: Canadian Citizens ⦿ A citizen is a person who has certain rights that non-citizens do no have. ⦿ A person who is born in a country is automatically a citizen. (So if you are born in Canada, you are a Canadian Citizen). ⦿ People who move to a new county must apply to become a citizen. ⦿ If you are a citizen, you have rights and responsibilities, such as voting during an election. ⦿ A citizen contributes to society by playing a part in Review: What are our Responsibilities as Citizens? ⦿ We have a responsibility to inform the government of what we need and want. ⦿ We have a responsibility to make our point of view known. ⦿ We also have the responsibility to listen to and try to understand the points of views of others. ⦿ Voting is one of our most important responsibilities! Review: Leadership in Canada The government takes actions that affect our society in many ways. They make decisions about the environment, resources, and relations with other countries! Review: Representatives ⦿ They make decisions on our behalf. ⚫ Example: closing down a public swimming pool, opening a new school, building on land, etc. ⦿ The government also makes decisions about sending troops to act as peacekeepers in another country ⦿ In order to make good decisions, the governments need to listen to what the people need and want.  Fact vs. Opinion vs. Issue ⦿ A fact is: ⚫ A statement that can be proven true. ⦿ An opinion is: ⚫ What someone believes, and cannot be proven right or wrong. ⦿ An issue ⚫ Is a concern or problem that affects a community.  Direct Democracy ⦿ A government in which citizens vote directly on decisions. ⦿ Examples in our city/province/country: ◆ Referendum in Quebec to decide if they should separate ◆ Community hall votes  Representative Democracy ⦿ A government elected by the people to represent them and make decisions on their behalf. ➔ Examples in our city/province/country: Electing a… ◆ Mayor: Amarjeet Sohi ◆ Premier:Danielle Smith ◆ Prime Minister: Justin Trudeau