Untitled Deck Flashcards
(61 cards)
What is a conflict?
a physical struggle or
disagreement of ideas
What is the best way to solve a conflict or dispute?
negotiation
Name three consequences of a dispute.
war
legal action
controversy
What is conflict resolution?
a way for 2 or more parties to find a peaceful solution to a disagreement
may or may not use a mediator+
What is the first step in solving a conflict?
analyzing the problem
What must be present for a conflict to happen?
a disagreement of ideas
What is the Culture of Peace and who developed it?
set of values, behaviors and attidues that reject violence through dialogue and negotiation
United Nations
What is true peace according to the Church?
the effect of the blessing that God gives to us upon his people
Why is the Culture of Peace important?
to educate people about the importance of dialogue
Does the well-being of adolescents help promote a culture of peace? Why?
Yes, because when teens feel healthy they tend to feel more secure
What is democracy?
A system of government in which power is vested in the people.
What are the two types of democracy? Define each.
- Direct democracy: Citizens come together to make the rules
- Representative democracy: the people choose someone to make the rules
Where did the first form of democracy come from?
Ancient Greece.
Name one key element of a democracy.
separation of powers
What does a democracy need to work properly?
Active citizen participation.
Who is considered the maximum authority in Mexico?
the government
What type of democracy is Mexico?
Representative
Name one example of the following. a. right of Mexicans: b. obligation of Mexicans: c. responsibility of Mexicans:
a. Right: work, education
b. Obligation: military service
c. Responsibility: know their rights and obligations
Where can all Mexicans check official announcements or modifications to the law?
The Official Federal Gazette.
What is a republic?
a form of representative democracy
When was the Mexican Constitution enacted?
1917.
Name one thing the Constitution states about the power to rule Mexico.
its separated in 3 branches each has same power different responsiblities
What does each of the following do?: a. President: b. Congress: c. Courts:
a. President: represent the country
b. Congress: debate and make laws
c. Courts: enforce and interpret laws
What are Mexico’s three Government levels?
central
state
local