Country A: Dictatorial governments often stage mass rallies, parades and other demonstrations to show that the dictator enjoys widespread support.
Participants in these exciting, government sponsored events may become caught up in waves of mass enthusiasm in support of the
govemment.
Government propaganda on television, in news articles, and in schools continuously tells citizens how good their government is while
painting any opposition as being disloyal or unpatriotic. The government may hold elections, but the candidates always follow the ruling
party line.
Country B:
There are frequent elections and multiple political parties. Citizens gain the right to vote at 18 years old and are not obligated to participate
in voting. The country has a free enterprise economic system with supply and demand controlling the marketplace. The population is
diverse and citizens enjoy many freedoms including freedom of speech and religion.
What is described in the country descriptions above?
O How monarchies operate in countries
O How political systems influence political practices and citizenship
O How globalization impacts connectivity, standard of living, and pandemies
How resource scarcity affects political practices