autocracy: World Geography 🌐 Ver en Español

The autocratic leader is positioned above others, indicating control.

Citizens are arranged below the leader, showing hierarchy.

There are no visible voting symbols or ballots.

The use of arrows shows decision-making power flowing one way—from the leader to the people.

Other government types like democracy and monarch are presented for comparison.

EXTENDING THE DISCUSSION
After the observational question, randomly call on one or more students to share what they or their partner answered. Then ask the class, “Did anyone notice…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you’ve noticed.

Why does the leader in an autocracy have so much control?

What stops people from challenging an autocratic leader?

Can an autocracy exist with some democratic features?

How are autocracies and democracies different in real life?

Are there current countries that are considered autocracies?

EXTENDING THE DISCUSSION
After students have shared what they notice, ask the class, “Did anyone wonder…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you might think is interesting or relevant to the lesson.

To the observational question, What is autocracy?

LOW-LEVEL

Autocracy means one leader is in charge of everything.

HIGH-LEVEL

Autocracy is a form of government where one person holds all power and makes decisions without input from citizens.

RESPONDING TO RESPONSES
Emphasize and celebrate each student’s use of the key vocabulary to support a culture of “no wrong answers.”