Imagine you live in a fictional country run by an absolute monarch. Describe a day in your life under this government. How do the ruler's decisions impact you and other citizens? Are there opportunities to make your voice heard? Now, imagine living in a direct democracy where every citizen votes directly on laws. Explain what life is like in this country. What are the benefits and challenges of citizens having a direct voice?

Imagine there is an upcoming election. Describe how the election unfolds under two different political systems: a dictatorship, where only one candidate selected by the ruler is on the ballot, and a representative democracy, where any eligible citizen can run for office, and everyone has the right to vote. Compare what it's like to participate in the election as a voter under each system.

Imagine you live in the American colonies right before the Revolutionary War. Write a journal entry describing your thoughts and feelings about declaring independence from Britain as a member of one of these groups: a Patriot, a Loyalist, a Native American or an enslaved African American. What factors, rights and freedoms are most important in your decision to support or oppose independence?

Imagine you are living in Indian Territory as Oklahoma statehood is being debated. Write a journal entry from the perspective of a tribal member, an African American settler, a white homesteader or a female activist. How would statehood impact your rights and voice? What concerns do you have about joining Oklahoma Territory?

Which has been most influential in shaping democracy throughout history: social groups, institutions or individual leaders? Make an argument for which you believe has had the biggest impact on expanding civic participation, incorporating diverse voices and preserving democracy. Support your claim with historical examples showing how your chosen factor affected democracy via individual or collective behaviors.

You have been charged with creating a new country. Explain how you will structure your new government and encourage active civic participation by citizens. What key rights and liberties will you guarantee for all people? How will you promote diverse voices being represented? What unique institutions, events or traditions could you establish to foster high voter involvement?

You've stumbled upon a mysterious time-travel portal that has transported you to the post-Civil War era in America. Once there, you meet three people: a former slave fighting for their civil rights, an immigrant arriving in America and a pioneer heading west to settle new lands. Explore the unique stories, hopes and challenges of these individuals and share how their experiences expand and/or restrict diverse voices in the nation's democracy.

You are attending a global summit as a delegate trying to create a more democratic world. What democratic reforms does your country support or oppose? What historic disputes or conflicts shape your positions? What compromises or solutions will you propose to expand democracy globally while respecting national sovereignty and diverse perspectives?