Democracy in Canada Quiz

What is direct democracy?

• Policy initiatives are decided by a small group of elites

• Policy initiatives are decided by a single ruler

• People decide policy initiatives directly

• Policy initiatives are decided by a computer algorithm

What is representative democracy?

• A system where the government is run by a single dictator

• A type of monarchy where the king makes all the decisions

• A form of democracy where people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• A form of government where only the wealthy elite have a say in decision-making

What is the difference between direct and representative democracy?

• Direct democracy involves citizens electing representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• Representative democracy involves citizens directly participating in decision-making.

• Direct democracy and representative democracy are the same thing.

• Direct democracy involves citizens directly participating in decision-making, while representative democracy involves citizens electing representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

What is participatory democracy?

• A system of democracy where citizens have a direct role in decision-making and governance.

• A system of democracy where decisions are made by a single leader

• A system of democracy where only the government officials make decisions

• A system of democracy where citizens have no say in governance

What is the legal voting age in Canada?

• 18

• 16

• 21

• 25

How often are federal elections held in Canada?

• Every 2 years

• Every 6 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 4 years

What does the word 'democracy' translate to in Latin?

• Freedom of vote

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the mob

• freedom of rights

Who are citizens electing when they vote?

• Head of State

• Prime Minister

• A member of the House of Commons

• Senate