🏛️ Part 1: Government Systems Knowledge

1. What is the primary purpose of government in a democratic society?

To control all aspects of citizens' lives

To organise society and provide services for the common good

To make profits for the country

To enforce religious beliefs

2. In New Zealand's parliamentary system, who is the head of government?

The Governor-General

The Prime Minister

The Speaker of the House

The Chief Justice

3. Which of the following are key features of democracy? (Select all that apply)

Free and fair elections

Rule of law

Single-party rule

Protection of individual rights

Separation of powers

⚖️ Part 2: Branches of Government

4. Match each branch of government with its primary function:

1. Executive

2. Legislative

3. Judiciary

A. Makes and passes laws

B. Interprets laws and ensures justice

C. Implements and enforces laws

5. Fill in the blanks about New Zealand's government structure:

New Zealand has a _____________ system of government, which means we have only one house of parliament called the House of _____________. Our electoral system is called _____________ (Mixed Member Proportional), and elections are held every _____ years.

6. Explain the role of the Treaty of Waitangi in New Zealand's government today:

🗳️ Part 3: Electoral Processes and Civic Participation

7. At what age can New Zealand citizens vote in general elections?

16 years old

18 years old

20 years old

21 years old

8. Under the MMP system, voters receive how many votes?

9. List three ways citizens can participate in democratic processes besides voting:

10. Why is it important for young people to understand how government works?

🤔 Part 4: Critical Thinking and Reflection

11. Create a concept map showing the connections between the following government terms. Draw lines and write brief explanations of how they connect:

Terms: Democracy, Parliament, Prime Minister, Elections, Citizens, Laws, Rights, Responsibilities

12. Compare and contrast New Zealand's government system with another country you have studied:

13. 3-2-1 Reflection on your learning about government:

3 things I learned or found interesting:

2 questions I still have:

1 way I can apply this knowledge in real life:

Government Concepts Review

Government Concepts Review

🏛️ Part 1: Government Systems Knowledge

⚖️ Part 2: Branches of Government

🗳️ Part 3: Electoral Processes and Civic Participation

🤔 Part 4: Critical Thinking and Reflection

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