Lesson 60 of 84 · Civics
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareMock Elections and Simulations
Mock elections and simulations are fun ways for students to learn about how real elections work.
🎯 Your mission
Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.
⚡ The twist
Not voting is also a vote.
Mind = Blown
🤯 Some laws on the books are over 800 years old and still apply.
Then & Now
🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.
Mock elections and simulations are fun ways for students to learn about how real elections work. During a mock election, students can run for positions, give speeches, and vote for their favorite candidates. This helps them understand the voting process and the importance of making choices in a democracy. By participating, students can see how their voice matters and how they can influence their community.
Key Facts
Mock elections teach about real elections.
Students can run for positions and give speeches.
Participating helps students understand voting.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What do students do in a mock election?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Make up a fair rule for your family. Pitch it.
For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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