1. Week of October 26-30 Government
(oil)
Government

2. How would you feel if a music ban was put in place in your country?
Do you think it’s possible for the president to impose such a ban in the USA?
If you were the Supreme Leader, would you impose a music ban? Why or why not

3. Agenda
Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms of voting rights and personal freedoms.
Introduction: List the three main terms describing power distribution-How are the systems of government different?
Go over quiz
Class Activity-ppt/cornell notes. Scholastic News- Analyze “Governments in the Middle East” and answer the questions below with a partner. In a paragraph, summarize the similarities you found in the Middle Eastern Governments. You may work with a shoulder partner.

4. Agenda
Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms of voting rights and personal freedoms.
Introduction:
What does Saudi Arabia consider to be their country’s constitution?
What is the name of Israel’s legislature?
Class Activity: Go over Scholastics News
R.A.F.T
Closing: Tell me which country you would choose to live in: Israel, Saudi Arabia, or Iran. Support your answer with facts!

5. Israel: Democracy - Parliamentary
Government:
ISRAEL
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Leader
(Title of the leader)
Legislature
(government body that makes laws)
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
Democracy - Parliamentary
The President has a ceremonial role where the Prime Minister has ALL the power.
Parliament is called Knesset and is comprised of 120 members which are elected to 4 year terms. 
All citizens can vote at the age of 18 and participate in free and fair elections.
 Freedom of speech and the media-citizens are allowed to criticize the government. Both men and women have equal rights.

6. Iran
Government:
IRAN
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Leader
(Title of the leader)
Legislature
(government body that makes laws)
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
 Oligarchy
 Supreme Leader is Ali Hoseini Khomeini. Head of State is president Mahmud Ahmadi-Nejad. 
Assembly of Experts
Expediency Council
Council of Guardians
Islamic Consultative: 290 members elected every 4 years.
 Citizens over 18 can vote. Citizens cannot vote for the Supreme Leader, however, the Assembly of Experts chooses this position. Citizens must follow the Sharia law system.  
 Citizens can not criticize the governments or their leaders.
-No freedom of speech or press.
-Citizens must follow strict social and religious rules. 

7. Saudi Arabia King-Crown Prince
Government:
Saudi Arabia
(autocratic/oligarchy/democracy)
Leader
(Title of the leader)
Legislature
(government body that makes laws)
Citizen Participation
(what rights do citizens have?)
Personal Freedoms
what can/can’t citizens do freely
 Autocratic
King-Crown Prince
The king has a Consultative Council that advises him. The council has 150 seats which are appointed by the king.
Citizens are not allowed to vote for the king. Majlis are open meetings to petition King or other officials. The legal system is based on the Sharia law system and men over the age of 21 can vote if they ever have an election. 
Citizens cannot criticize the government or its leaders.
-No freedom of speech or freedom of the press. Citizens must follow strict social and religious rules!

8. Which country would you choose to live in and why?
Use the notes you just took.
In 1 paragraph, tell me which country you would choose to live in: Israel, Saudi Arabia, or Iran.
Support your paragraph with facts!
Underneath your paragraph, give me 2 reasons why you did not choose the 2 other countries.

9. Word Splash
What Government is this referring to? Is this a system or form?

10. Israel Saudi Arabia Iran Country Type of Government Leadership
Who Votes
Legislature
Role of
Religion
Design of
Israel
Saudi Arabia
Iran

11. Agenda
Standard: SS7CG5 The student will explain the structures of the national governments of Southwest Asia (Middle East).
a. Compare the parliamentary democracy of the State of Israel, the monarchy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the theocracy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, distinguishing the form of leadership and the role of the citizen in terms of voting rights and personal freedoms.
Introduction: Cnn Student News
Middle East Government Test Review
Class Activity: Study Guide (you may work with a shoulder partner)
Closing: What are we still confused on?
R.A.F.T- Due! Please utilize the blog for resources. Study!!!