Difference Between the Various Types of Governments – Basic 4 Civic Education Lesson Note (First Term)

Key Differences to Remember

1. WHO RULES? 👥

2. HOW LONG THEY RULE? ⏰

3. PEOPLE’S FREEDOM 🗣️

4. HOW DECISIONS ARE MADE 🤔

• Democracy: Leaders discuss, people’s representatives vote
• Monarchy: King/Queen decides with advisors
• Military: Army commanders order
• Dictatorship: One person decides everything

5. EXAMPLES 🌍

Quick Comparison Chart

Remember!

• Democracy = People power 💪
• Monarchy = Royal power 👑
• Military = Gun power 🔫
• Dictatorship = One person power 👤

EXERCISES

A. Fill in the blanks:

1. In _______, people vote for leaders.
2. Kings rule in _______ government.
3. Democracy gives people _______ freedom.
4. In _______, one person has all power.
5. Nigeria practices _______.

B. True or False:

1. Democracy has elections. _______
2. Military leaders are voted in. _______
3. Monarchs rule for life. _______
4. Dictators allow freedom. _______
5. People have power in democracy. _______

C. Match the type to feature:

D. Which type gives most freedom?

1. a) Military b) Democracy c) Dictatorship d) Monarchy
2. Compare: Write Yes or No

E. Answer:

1. How do democratic leaders get power?
2. How long do kings rule?
3. Which type gives people the most freedom?

F. Circle the differences:

Democracy vs Dictatorship Democracy has:

• Elections
• One ruler
• Freedom
• No voting
• People’s voice
• Force