Lesson 73 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareState Government vs. Federal Government
Local governments include mayors, city councils, and county boards.
🎯 Your mission
Decide what YOU would do in their shoes.
⚡ The twist
Not voting is also a vote.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ The rule you'll meet today is still on the books — sort of.
Local governments include mayors, city councils, and county boards. They manage police, fire departments, parks, and schools. Citizens can attend meetings to voice opinions.
Key Facts
The Constitution was written in 1787.
Checks and balances limit power.
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What does the legislative branch do?
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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