Transcript how-govts-determine-citizen-participation

Week
of
October 26-30
Government
• How would you feel if a music ban was put in place in your
country?
• Do you think it’s possible for the president to impose such a
ban in the USA?
• If you were the Supreme Leader, would you impose a music
ban? Why or why not
Agenda
10-26-15
• Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national
governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
• a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy
of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of
Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms
of voting rights and personal freedoms.
• Introduction: List the three main terms describing power distribution-How
are the systems of government different?
• Go over quiz
• Class Activity-ppt/cornell notes. Scholastic News- Analyze “Governments in
the Middle East” and answer the questions below with a partner. In a
paragraph, summarize the similarities you found in the Middle Eastern
Governments. You may work with a shoulder partner.
Agenda
10-27-15
• Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national
governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
• a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy
of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of
Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms
of voting rights and personal freedoms.
• Introduction:
• What does Saudi Arabia consider to be their country’s constitution?
• What is the name of Israel’s legislature?
• Class Activity: Go over Scholastics News
• R.A.F.T
• Closing: Tell me which country you would choose to live in: Israel, Saudi
Arabia, or Iran. Support your answer with facts!
Israel:
Government:
ISRAEL
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Democracy - Parliamentary
Leader
(Title of the leader)
The President has a ceremonial
role where the Prime Minister
has ALL the power.
Parliament is called Knesset and
is comprised of 120 members
which are elected to 4 year
terms.
All citizens can vote at the age
of 18 and participate in free and
fair elections.
Legislature
(government body that makes
laws)
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
Freedom of speech and the
media-citizens are allowed to
criticize the government. Both
men and women have equal
rights.
Iran
Government:
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Leader
(Title of the leader)
IRAN
Oligarchy
Supreme Leader is Ali Hoseini
Khomeini. Head of State is
president Mahmud Ahmadi-Nejad.
Legislature
Assembly of Experts
(government body that makes laws) Expediency Council
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
Council of Guardians
Islamic Consultative: 290 members
elected every 4 years.
Citizens over 18 can vote. Citizens
cannot vote for the Supreme Leader,
however, the Assembly of Experts
chooses this position. Citizens must follow
the Sharia law system.
Citizens can not criticize the
governments or their leaders.
-No freedom of speech or press.
-Citizens must follow strict social and
religious rules.
Saudi Arabia
Government:
Saudi Arabia
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Autocratic
Leader
(Title of the leader)
King-Crown Prince
Legislature
The king has a Consultative
(government body that makes laws) Council that advises him. The
council has 150 seats which are
appointed by the king.
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
Citizens are not allowed to vote for the king.
Majlis are open meetings to petition King or
other officials. The legal system is based on the
Sharia law system and men over the age of 21
can vote if they ever have an election.
Citizens cannot criticize the
government or its leaders.
-No freedom of speech or freedom of
the press. Citizens must follow strict
social and religious rules!
Which country would you
choose to live in and why?
 Use
the notes you just took.
 In 1 paragraph, tell me which country you
would choose to live in: Israel, Saudi
Arabia, or Iran.

Support your paragraph with facts!
 Underneath
your paragraph, give me 2
reasons why you did not choose the 2 other
countries.
Word Splash
• What Government is this referring to? Is this a system or
form?
Country
Israel
Saudi
Arabia
Iran
Type of
Government
Leadership
Who Votes
Legislature
Role of
Religion
Design of
Government
Agenda
10-29-15
• Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national
governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
• a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy
of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of
Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms
of voting rights and personal freedoms.
• Introduction: Cnn Student News
• Middle East Government Test Review
• Class Activity: Study Guide (you may work with a shoulder partner)
• Closing: What are we still confused on?
• R.A.F.T- Due! Please utilize the blog for resources. Study!!!