Review: Core Democratic Values A Stand-Alone Instructional Resource Created by Teresa Maurer

Do you know what these Core Democratic Values mean? Patriotism Truth Popular Sovereignty Common Good Equality Justice Diversity Pursuit Of Happiness Liberty Life

Patriotism Example:Displaying the American flag and serving in the military are two ways of being patriotic. Click on the correct definition box- A. Every citizen should have equal rights. B. Being proud of our country and thinking of ways we can help our democracy.

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Justice Example:The police get a search warrant from a judge and go to the house where they find a computer that fits the description of the one stolen. Click on the correct definition box- A. Everyone should be treated fairly by our laws, our courts, and our government. B. Breaking and entering in which a computer is stolen.

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Equality Example:Under our Constitution people in this country are guaranteed the right to be treated equally and fairly. Click on the correct definition box- A. Writing letters to an editor to express your opinion.. B. The Fourteenth Amendment says that state and local governments may not take away rights guaranteed by the constitution.

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Diversity Example:Getting to know someone from another race or culture. Click on the correct definition box- A. The United States was settled by people from many different parts of the world. B. Making fun of a name that sounds strange to you.

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Common Good Example: Participating in the fifth grade safety patrol is one way that you could practice common good. Click on the correct definition box- A. Whenever you do something kind, thoughtful, or helpful to others you are contributing to the common good. B. Leaving on the TV when you are not watching it.

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Truth Example:Truth is an important value in a democracy Truth Example:Truth is an important value in a democracy. We need accurate, truthful information to form opinions about issues and to decide how to vote. Click on the correct definition box- A. A citizen starts an untrue rumor that a coach slapped his son. B. The government and citizens should not lie.

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Popular Sovereignty Example: A senator is not re-elected because people do not agree with his or her views. Click on the correct definition box- A. The power of the government comes from the people and belongs to the people. B. A military leader takes power by force.

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Pursuit of Happiness Example:Having the choice to do what you want as long as it does not hurt other citizens. Click on the correct definition box- A. All citizens are being treated equally and fairly.. B. Each person can find happiness in their own way, so long as they do not step on the rights of others.

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Liberty Example:The many freedoms that citizens of the United States have like the freedom to choose your own friends. Click on the correct definition box- A. Freedoms to have your own opinions, ideas, and to express them in public. B. People should work together for the good of all.

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Life Example:All citizens have the right to protect their life. Click on the correct definition box- A. Every citizen should have equal rights. B. Each person has the right to the protection of their life.

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