Civics Flashcards
Justice
Stand for equally applied rules and make sure everyone obeys them.
Self-Governance/Moderation
Be self-controlled, avoid extremes and not be influenced or controlled by others.
Humility
a modest or low view of one’s own importance; to be humble
Responsibility/Prudence
Strive to know and do what is best, not what is most popular. Be trustworthy for making decisions and tasks of which they are in charge.
Perseverance
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
Courage
Stand firm in being a person of character and doing what is right, especially when it is unpopular or puts you at risk.
Respect
Protect your mind and body as precious things. Extend that protection to every other person you encounter.
Contribution
to give something in order to help achieve or provide something. Work hard to take care of yourself and those who depend on you.
Integrity
Tell the truth, expose untruths, and keep your promises.
Capitalism
An economic system based on private ownership.
Socialism
A belief that promotes worker-owned means of production, supporting worker coups, Democratic self-management, and workplace democracy. They believe in self-managed workers.
Libertarianism
They believe that liberty is a core value and seeks to maximize autonomy and political freedom. They agree with limited government and are similar to liberals.
Feminism
These people advocate for equal gender rights for women. They are against the patriarchy and fight against stereotypes of women.
Anarchism
The belief in no government
Environmentalism
The advocacy for greenness. Taking care of the Earth, recycling, being environmentally friendly, etc.
Populism
The belief that whatever the majority of the public wants the public should get.
Fascism
The idea that people are weak divided but strong together.
Authoritarianism
A form of government characterized by a strong power and obedience to authority as well as limited political and civil freedom. Monarchies are the most commonly known form of authoritarianism.
Nazism
The belief in a racist ideaology. If you are not a straight, white, mentally and physically able man, then you are seen as a lesser being. They believe this category of people should rule the world and are superior.
Democracy
Democracy is a form of government that allows the people to choose leadership. The primary goal is to govern through fair representation and prevent abuses of power. Democracies advocate for fair and free elections, civic participation, human rights protections, and law and order.Ex: Iceland
Communism
The belief in common ownership of the means of production, distribution, and exchange. The government basically runs and owns everything with no privacy or objection from the people.Ex:Soviet Union
Oligarchy
Oligarchies are governments in which a collection of individuals rules over a nation. A specific set of qualities, such as wealth, heredity, and race, are used to give a small group of people power. Oligarchies often have authoritative rulers and an absence of democratic practices or individual rights. Ex:South Africa
Aristocracy
Aristocracy refers to a government form in which a small, elite ruling class — the aristocrats — have power over those in lower socioeconomic strata. Aristocracies often connect wealth and ethnicity with both the ability and right to rule.Ex: Greece
Monarchy
Monarchy is a power system that appoints a person as head of state for life or until abdication. Authority traditionally passes down through a succession line related to one’s bloodline and birth order within the ruling royal family, often limited by gender. There are two types of monarchies: constitutional and absolute. Constitutional monarchies limit the monarch’s power as outlined in a constitution, while absolute monarchies give a monarch unlimited power.Ex:UK
Theocracy
Theocracy refers to a form of government in which a specific religious ideology determines the leadership, laws, and customs. In many instances, there is little to no distinction between scriptural laws and legal codes. Likewise, religious clergy will typically occupy leadership roles, sometimes including the highest office in the nation.Ex: Iran
Colonialism
Colonialism is a form of government in which a nation extends its sovereignty over other territories. In other words, it involves the expansion of a nation’s rule beyond its borders. Colonialism often leads to ruling over indigenous populations and exploiting resources. The colonizer typically installs its economy, culture, religious order, and government form to strengthen its authority.Ex:Spain
Totalitarianism
Totalitarianism is an authoritarian form of government in which the ruling party recognizes no limitations whatsoever on its power, including in its citizens’ lives or rights. A single figure often holds power and maintains authority through opposition. Ex:North Korea
Military Dictatorship
A military dictatorship is a nation ruled by a single authority with absolute power and no democratic process
Ex:Thailand
