Democracy in Action · Constitutional Foundations

The Power of the Vote

Learning about the secret ballot and how voting ensures everyone has a say.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is a secret ballot important for a fair election?
  2. 2What happens if we disagree with the person who won the vote?
  3. 3Who should be allowed to vote on issues that affect the whole school?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS3K01
Year: Year 3
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Democracy in Action
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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