Mendez- Types of Democracy Quiz & Video

What is democracy?

• A system of government in which the power is vested in the hands of the people

• A system of government ruled by a single individual

• A system of government controlled by the military

• A system of government led by a religious leader

In which type of democracy do citizens have a direct role in making decisions?

• Presidential democracy

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Parliamentary democracy

In which type of democracy do citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf?

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Presidential democracy

• Federal democracy

In which type of democracy does the executive branch derive its legitimacy from the legislature or Parliament?

• Presidential democracy

• Parliamentary democracy

• Social democracy

• Federal democracy

In which type of democracy is the executive branch separate from the legislative branch?

• Parliamentary democracy

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Presidential democracy

Which type of democracy combines Democratic governance with a commitment to Social and economic policies that promote equality and social welfare?

• Social democracy

• Liberal democracy

• Consensus democracy

• Participatory democracy

What are liberal democracies characterized by?

• Rule of law and an independent Judiciary

• Majority rule and the protection of individual rights

• Free press and the protection of minority rights

• All of the above

Which type of democracy emphasizes the active participation of citizens in decision-making processes beyond just voting?

• Economic democracy

• Liberal democracy

• Consensus democracy

• Participatory democracy

In which type of democracy does decision-making aim to achieve broad agreement and compromise among various political actors and interest groups?

• Participatory democracy

• Economic democracy

• Consensus democracy

• Liberal democracy

What is a facade of democratic elections but in practice may undermine or restrict civil liberties, freedom of press, and the rule of law?

• Participatory democracy

• Consensus democracy

• Liberal democracy

• Illiberal democracy