Civics test Flashcards
(41 cards)
What are the three characteristics of a responsible citizen?
Informed, purposeful, and active.
How can a responsible citizen be active in their community?
By volunteering, joining clubs or organizations, and participating in local events.
How can a responsible citizen stay informed about current events?
By reading newspapers, watching the news, and following current events on social media.
What are some ways a responsible citizen can be purposeful?
By setting goals and working towards them.
What is Arbitration?
A neutral third party listens to both sides of a dispute and then makes a decision that both parties must follow.
What is Mediation?
A neutral third party helps the two sides of a dispute talk to each other and find a solution.
What is Negotiation?
The two sides of a dispute talk to each other directly to find a solution.
What is Compromise?
Each side of a dispute gives up something to reach a solution.
Autocratic Leadership
A leader who makes decisions alone, with little input from others.
Democratic Leadership
A leader who involves others in decision-making and encourages participation.
Laissez-Faire Leadership
A leader who takes a hands-off approach and allows others to make decisions
Consensual Leadership
A leader who seeks agreement from everyone before making a decision.
Local government responsibilities for:-
Roads and sidewalks,
Water and sewage,
Public transportation,
Parks and recreation,
Police and fire services,
Land use planning.
Provincial government is responsible for:-
Education,
Healthcare,
Social services,
Environment,
Transportation (highways and bridges),
Economic development.
Federal government responsible for:-
National defense,
Foreign affairs,
Currency,
Criminal law,
Postal service,
Indigenous affairs.
What is local government also known as??
Local government is also known as municipal Government.
what is provincial government also known as??
Provincial government is also known as State Government
What is Federal government also known as??
Federal government is also known as National Government.
different types of government??
Anarchy, Democratic, Communist, Theocratic, Monarchy, Dictatorship, Facism, Constitutional Monarchy.
What is Anarchy type of government??
Anarchy is a society without a government. It’s a political philosophy that believes people can live together peacefully without rulers or laws.
What is Democratic Type of government??
A democracy is a government ruled by the people. It can be direct or representative
What is Communist type of government??
Communism is a system where the government owns the means of production and distribution.
what is theocratic type of government??
Theocracy is a type of government where religious leaders hold the power to make laws and govern the people. This means that religious beliefs and laws are used to guide the decisions and actions of the government.
What is monarchy???
A monarchy is a form of government in which a country is ruled by a monarch, who is typically a king, queen, or emperor. The monarch inherits their position, usually through bloodline.