Let's Learn About Forms of Government
SS.7.CG.3.1: Analyze the advantages of the United States' constitutional republic over other forms of government in safeguarding liberty, freedom, and a representative government.
Forms of Government Content Guide
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2023 Video: Forms of Government Part 1 (Republic, Direct Democracy, Oligarchy)
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2023 Video: Forms of Government Part 2 (Monarchy, Autocracy, Theocracy)
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2023 Video: Forms of Government Part 3 (Principles of Our Constitutional Republic)
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Readings
The United States has a representative democracy as its form of government, which is also called a republic. There are other forms of government throughout the world.
Showing What You Know
A scenario-based activity about the forms of government.
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Practice Quiz on Forms of Government
