Appointment facts for kids
An appointment is a planned meeting or a special job someone is chosen for. It's like setting a specific time to do something important.
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What is an Appointment?
An appointment is a specific time you set aside for something important. Think of it like a reservation you make. It helps you plan your day. This way, you make sure you get to do what you need to do.
Appointments for Your Day
The most common type of appointment is a scheduled meeting or visit.
- When you go to see a doctor, you usually have an appointment. This means the doctor knows you are coming at a certain time.
- You might also make an appointment to get a haircut. You could also visit a dentist or meet a teacher. It's all about setting a specific time to do something.
Important Government Appointments
In government, an appointment means that a person is chosen by an official to do a specific job or duty. This is a very important way that people are selected for roles in public service. Public service means working for the good of everyone.
How Leaders Choose Officials
For example, a president might appoint a judge to work in a court. This means the president chooses that person for the job. The person is not voted into the position by the public. These appointments are often for very important roles. They help run the country or a state. The people chosen are expected to be very skilled in their area.
Filling Empty Positions
Sometimes, a job that is usually filled by an election might become empty unexpectedly. An election is when people vote. When this happens, an official might appoint someone to fill that spot. This person stays until the next election. This makes sure the job continues to be done without a long wait. A person who has been appointed but hasn't officially started their job yet is called a designate.
Different Ways People Are Chosen
An appointment means an individual or a small group makes the choice. This choice is often based on skills or experience. It's different from other methods:
- An election is when people vote to choose their leaders or representatives.
- Sortition (or allotment) is when people are chosen randomly. This is like how juries are sometimes selected.
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