Put a check next to the characteristics that would help someone be a good mayor of a city. (The mayor of a city is in charge of all the people who work in city government.)
___ Good looks
___ Doesn't wear glasses
___ Honestty
___ Speaks well
___ Fairness
___ Intelligence
___ Male
___ Runs fast
___ Female
___ Works well with others
___ Likes being alone
___ Makes decisions well
___ Lives in the city
___ Experience in government
Next, read the descriptions of two people who want to become mayor. Then, in the space below, write which one you would vote for and why. They both meet te age requirement for holding the office.
1 Jane Jellison Mrs. Jellison is married and has two grown children. She has lived in the city all her life. During the last eight years, she has served on the city council. She is known for being intelligent and honest.
2 Hugo Harmon Mr. Harmon moved to the city two years ago to work in the parks department. In college, he was a star on the basketball team. In the army, he won a medal for bravery. He has always wanted to be in government.
I would vote for__________________________ because __________________________
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