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Republic - GCSE History Definition

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A republic is a type of government where the country belongs to its people and it is not owned by a king or queen. In a republic, the people elect leaders to represent them and make decisions on their behalf. These leaders usually work within a set of rules or a constitution that helps protect the rights of the citizens. Unlike monarchies where power is passed down through family lines, in a republic, leaders are chosen by voting. This system aims to ensure that power is shared and not held by a single person or small group, allowing for a fairer distribution of authority among the people.

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Zoe has worked in education for 10 years as a teaching assistant and a teacher. This has given her an in-depth perspective on how to support all learners to achieve to the best of their ability. She has been the Lead of Key Stage 4 History, showing her expertise in the Edexcel GCSE syllabus and how best to revise. Ever since she was a child, Zoe has been passionate about history. She believes now, more than ever, the study of history is vital to explaining the ever-changing world around us. Zoe’s focus is to create accessible content that breaks down key historical concepts and themes to achieve GCSE success.

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