6.2 Terms and Ideas

Are the values of liberalism viable?



Big Ideas:

  • Appreciate various perspectives regarding the viability of the values of liberalism.
  • Appreciate various perspectives regarding the promotion of liberalism within political and economic systems.
  • Explore the extent to which governments should promote individual and collective rights.
  • Evaluate the extent to which the values of liberalism are viable in the context of contemporary issues.

Following is a list of new terms you will encounter in this unit. Click on each one for its definition.

  • anarchy

  • censorship

  • constituent

  • electorate

  • executive branch

  • judicial branch

  • legislative branch

  • Member of Parliament

  • parliamentary democracy

  • separation of powers

  • terrorism


*You can also click on the Glossary in the menu bar above this window at any time to find definitions. Throughout the course, terms are identified by their red font; click on them to see their definitions.