6TH GRADE UIL Participation in the democratic process

What is a voting right?

• The ability to influence the outcome of a vote without actually casting a vote.

• The right to vote multiple times in an election.

• The legal right to participate in the decision-making process of a democracy through voting.

• The privilege to vote only if you belong to a certain social class.

What is a responsibility of a voter?

• Paying taxes

• Following political news

• Attending political rallies

• Participating in elections and casting their vote

What are political parties?

• Individuals who work together to create chaos and disrupt government operations.

• Social gatherings where people discuss their political beliefs.

• Organized groups of people who share similar political beliefs and work together to influence government policies and gain political power.

• Organizations that promote violence and overthrow of the government.

What is an election?

• An election is a process where people choose their representatives or leaders by drawing lots.

• An election is a process where people are randomly selected to be representatives or leaders.

• An election is a process where people choose their representatives or leaders by voting.

• An election is a process where people choose their representatives or leaders by flipping a coin.

What is citizen participation in government?

• Paying taxes to the government

• Following government rules and regulations

• Voting in elections

• Involvement of individuals in decision-making processes and activities of the government

What is the purpose of voting?

• To create confusion and chaos

• To allow citizens to participate in the democratic process and have a say in choosing their representatives and making decisions on important issues.

• To suppress the voices of certain groups

• To waste time and resources

What is the minimum age to vote in most countries?

• 18

• 16

• 21

• 25

What is a primary election?

• A type of election where voters choose a candidate from within the same political party

• An election where voters choose a candidate for a non-political position

• An election where voters choose a candidate for a national office

• An election where voters choose a candidate from different political parties

What is a referendum?

• A type of currency used in ancient civilizations.

• A form of government where power is held by a single individual.

• A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal or issue.

• A method of electing a president in a parliamentary system.

What is a civic duty?

• A type of car manufactured by Honda.

• An obligation or responsibility to participate in and contribute to the well-being of a community or country.

• A form of dance popular in the 1980s.

• A term used to describe a person's ability to speak multiple languages.