WHS.SS.18.B
Identify the characteristics of the following political systems: theocracy, absolute monarchy, democracy, republic, oligarchy, limited monarchy, and totalitarianism.
World History Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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theocracyabsolute monarchydemocracyrepublicoligarchylimited monarchytotalitarianismpolitical systemscharacteristicsforms of government
Skills
- identify (the characteristics of political systems) #dok1
- describe (differences and similarities between political systems) #dok2
- compare (the characteristics of political systems) #dok2
- analyze (how characteristics define different political systems) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify the characteristics of theocracy, absolute monarchy, democracy, republic, oligarchy, limited monarchy, and totalitarianism. #dok1
- I can recognize examples of each major political system in history or current events. #dok1
- I can describe how characteristics distinguish between the listed political systems. #dok2
- I can compare similarities and differences among the listed forms of government. #dok2
- I can analyze the impact of these characteristics on societies and government functions. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Different political systems are defined by distinctive characteristics that influence how societies are governed.
- The way a government is structured shapes its power distribution, decision-making, and the rights of its citizens.
Essential Questions
- What are the defining characteristics of major political systems throughout history?
- How do different forms of government impact the lives of citizens?
- Why do some societies choose one political system over another?
- How do political systems evolve or change over time?
- In what ways do the listed political systems share similarities or differ from each other?