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Flipside Democracy - Yr 9
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- 1What is a government?A government is the system or organization that runs a country.
- 2AutoritarianCharacterized by or favoring absolute obedience to authority, as against individual freedom (Big Brother)
- 3LibetarianA party or person who advocates liberty, (free will) especially with regard to thought or conduct.
- 4Right WingPolitical or social organization advocating a conservative or reactionary position: The union's right wing favored a moderate course of action. e.g. National
- 5Left WingA political or social organization advocating a liberal or radical position. e.g. Labour
- 6DictatorshipA country ruled by a single leader. The leader has not been elected and may use force to keep control. In a military dictatorship, the army is n control. "I govern because I took over the country. Only I make the rules. I imprison anyone who displeases me"
- 7DemocracyIn a democracy, the government is elected by the people. Everyone who is eligible to vote has a chance to have their say over who runs the country. A democracy is determined either directly or through elected representatives. 'I govern because the people voted for me. If they don't like what I do they will change the government at the next election.'
- 8AutocracyGovernment by a single person having unlimited power.
- 9DespotismDomination through threat of punishment and violence.
- 10Constitutional MonarchyA monarchy has a king, queen, emperor or empress. The ruling position can be passed on to the ruler's heirs. In a constitutional monarchy, like the UK, there is also a democratic government that limits the monarch's control.
- 11OligarchyA government in which a few people such as a dominant clan or clique have power.
- 12Absolute MonarchyA monarchy has a king, queen, emperor or empress. The ruling position can be passed on to the ruler's heirs. The monarch has absolute power. "I rule because I was born to be queen. Everybody obeys what I say or my soldiers/police punish them"
- 13Primative"I rule because I'm the strongest one of my tribe" (Usually physically, sometimes mentally)
- 14Feudal"I govern because I own all the land. Most of the people are peasants and work for e. My personal army enforce my rule"
- 15CapitalistIn a capitalist or free-market country, people can own their own businesses and property. People can also buy services for private use, such as healthcare. But most capitalist governments also provide their own education, health and welfare services.
- 16AnarchyAnarchy is a situation where there is no government. This can happen after a civil war in a country, when a government has been destroyed and rival groups are fighting to take its place. Anarchists are people who believe that government is a bad thing in that it stops people organizing their own lives.
- 17Communist/SocialistIn a communist country, the government owns property such as businesses and farms. It provides its people's healthcare, education and welfare. 'I govern for the people, I ensure everyone is equal. I share the wealth so that no one is richer than anyone else.'
- 18RepublicA republic is a country that has no monarch. The head of the country is usually an elected president.
- 19RevolutionaryIf a government is overthrown by force, the new ruling group is sometimes called a revolutionary government.
- 20TotalitarianThis is a country with only one political party. People are forced to do what the government tells then and may also be prevented form leaving the country.
- 21TheocracyCountry is ruled according to religious law. The recognized head of the religion is usually in charge - how they are elected varies 'I rule because I am the religious leader. I make sure people obey the rules of God'
- 22How many seats in parliament does a party must win to become the government?50% of the party votes (60 seats)
- 23What do they do if none of the parties in the election win over 50%?They negotiate with other parties to form a Coalition which results in them having over 50%.
- 24How many seats are there in parliament?121 seats are in parliament.
- 25What does MMP stand for?Mixed Member Proportional
- 26How many electorates are there in NZ?70 electorates (including maori electorates)
- 27How many votes do people get?2 each. (Party vote & Electorate Vote)
- 28What do political parties have to do to get a share of seats in Parliament?They either have to win at least 1 electorate seat OR 5% of the party vote.
- 29What is an electorate?An electorate is an area of the country in which the voters elect one person to represent the people in that are. e.g. Tamaki is an electorate
- 30What is the system to elect a government called in NZ?MMP System
- 31What are the parties in NZ?National
Labour
ACT
Greens
United Future
Maori
Mana
NZ First - 32Who can vote in NZ?If you have lived continuously for 3 months in an electorate at the time of enrolling.
You have lived in NZ continuously for a year or more at some time.
You are 18 years and over.
You are a NZ citizen or a permanent resident.
Enrolled on the General electoral roll or Maori roll. (By law every NZer over 18 yrs is required to be register on the electorate rll) - 33What does Executive mean? (The Branches of Government)Responsible for the running of the country, putting laws into effect.
- 34What does Legislative mean? (The Branches of Government)Responsible for passing laws through the House of Representatives.
- 35What does Judiciary mean? (The Branches of Government)Responsible for enforcing and interpreting the laws through the law courts.
- 36What is the opposition?Parties that don't agree withe the government.
- 37What political parties currently make up the Oppositions?Labour & Greens
- 38What is Parliament?A group of members elected from each area/party list who meet in Wellington to make laws. (121 MP's)
- 39What is Government?The party/parties that control the government. They had the majority of votes.
- 40Which political party is currently in Government?National
- 41What political parties work with the Government in order for this political party to hold a majority?ACT, United Future & Maori
- 42The House of Representatives Seating
- 43What are the functions of government?Finance, Employment, Foreign Affairs, Social Service, Immigration, Justice Law & Order, Education, Health, Defense, Conservation, Agriculture Fisheries Forestry, Maori Affairs, Energy Transport & Communication, Trade
- 44What is a bill?A bill is a proposed law.
- 45What are acts?Acts are bills that have been passed by Parliament and have received the Royal assent.
- 46Flow Diagram of How Laws are Made In NZ
- 47What Cambodian Government was under Pol Pot?Dictatorship & Communism
- 48Where is Cambodia?Cambodia is next to Vietnam, Thailand & Laos
- 49Who led the Khmer Rouge?Pol Pot
- 50What two things killed people in Cambodia when Pol Pot was leading the country?Malnutrition & Brutal Treatment
- 51Which groups of people were considered to be enemies of the state under Khmer Rouge's government?Middle Classes, Intellectuals & Those showing no interest in the Khmer Rouge
- 52Which european country had Cambodia as a colony?France
- 53In which year did the Americans evacuate US citizens from Saigon?24 April 1975
- 54Why did the USA bomb Cambodia?Because Vietnam war spilled over into Cambodia - USA and South Vietnamese attacked supply routes
- 55Who was the pro-American leader of Cambodia at this time?Lon Nol
- 56When did the Khmer Rouge take control of Phnom Penh?17 April 1975
- 57What is Phnom Penh?It is the capital city of Cambodia
- 58What is Khmer Rouge?The only political group in charge of Cambodia.
- 59What were three laws/rules/doctrines that the Khmer Rouge established once they were in power?Homeland must be cleansed – get rid of western influences
Turn it back on all capitalism, all-private property confiscated.
Towns and cities destroyed – people had to return to the land (country side) – Cambodia needed to return to an Agrarian Society (society based on Agriculture)
Religious things abolished
Changed countries name to Kampuchea - 60What were Cambodian people forced to do?Forced to move to country side and work in the fields (Killing Fields), minimal pay and long hours, food shortages
Intellectuals, businessmen, lawyers = executed - 61What percentage of Cambodia’s people was killed under Pol Pot’s rule?Approx. 25% population died
- 62What did the Khmer Rouge look for when trying to decide if people were a threat to them?Ability to speak French meant you were educated (intellectual) – kill them as they might oppose him
Remember Opposition = different ideas
Age irrelevant! - 63Who and what were banned under Khmer Rouge rule?All foreigners and journalist banned
Phone lines cut
Borders and airports closed - 64Why do you think this period of time is referred to as the “Killing Fields”?So many died of malnutrition, harsh working conditions in the fields and brutal treatment
- 65When did the Vietnamese force Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge to flee Phnom Penh?Dec 1978
Pol Pot fled to China, as well as his officials, supports went to
Followers = went into Jungle – guerilla warfare, still determined to hold power - 66When did the Vietnamese troops finally leave Phnom Penh?1989 – Coalition govt. left behind
- 67Who continued to back the Khmer Rouge? What form of government does this country have?Backed by Chinese (communist)
Coalition govt. - 68Who supervised free and democratic elections in Cambodia? When?UN 1993- supervised elections
Govt still under threat
Pol Pot etc guerilla fighters continued from Thai border jungle
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