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Lesson 44 of 84 · Local and State Government
State Geography: Land and Water
In a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf. Voting, running for office, and contacting representatives are forms of participation.
Key Facts
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Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
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The U.S. has three branches of government.
3
The Constitution was written in 1787.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is the Constitution?