Life and Society Democracy

1. Democracy is when:

• A. Power is given to one ruling political party so that they can make decisions.

• B. Power is given to people so that they can make decisions and have their say on issues that affect them.

• C. Power is given to one leader so that he/she can make decisions and have their own say on issues.

2. Democracy has its roots in (________). All male citizens had the right to vote, the right to free speech and the right take part in political life.

• A. ancient Egypt

• B. the Roman Empire

• C. ancient Athens

3. The story of (__________) and the struggle for democracy in South Africa is one that gives hope to people living in non-democratic countries all over the world.

• A. Jacob Zuma

• B. Nelson Mandela

• C. Kofi Annan

4. In 2010, a number of revolts began in countries across Northern Africa and the Middle East. Citizens called for democracy to be adopted in their countries. These protests became known as:

• A. The Reformation

• B. The Crusades

• C. The Arab Spring

5. The Constitution can only be changed by a people's vote known as:

• A. a proposal

• B. a referendum

• C. an election

6. 1. Saudi Arabia is an example of a (________) under King Abdullah. The state is run according to religious guidance and laws.

• A. anarchy

• B. autocracy

• C. theocracy

7. The (____________) directly represents the people of Europe. There are 751 Members (MEPs) who are elected by the citizens of the member states.

• A. European Council

• B. European Commission

• C. European Parliament