TRENDS 2ND QRTR L1-L2

What does democracy refer to?

• A form of government where rulers are self-appointed

• A form of government where rulers are born into power

• A form of government where rulers are selected by the military

• A form of government where rulers are appointed by the people

Which of the following is an example of government intervention in the economy?

• Tax evasion by individuals

• Minimum wage legislation

• Civil society organizations

• Private sector initiatives

What is the meaning of the term 'Rule of Law' in democracy?

• Only certain individuals are bound by laws

• Laws are not applicable to government officials

• Laws are made by the ruling elite

• All citizens are equal under the law

Which country is not listed among the top 10 most Democratic nations in the world in 2020?

• Norway

• Iceland

• Russia

• Canada

What is the main advantage of Direct Democracy?

• Ensures representation of all citizens

• Easier decision-making process

• Allows for intelligent guesses in decision-making

• Requires less time for implementation

What is the role of Representatives in Indirect Democracy?

• They make all decisions without citizen input

• They act as the voice of the people in government

• They have absolute power over the citizens

• They are appointed by the military

What is the importance of citizen participation in democracy?

• It allows individuals to influence public decisions

• It promotes corruption within the government

• It limits the power of the government

• It ensures equal rights for all citizens

What is the significance of the Separation of Powers in democracy?

• It consolidates power in the hands of the executive branch

• It prevents any checks and balances in government

• It distributes power among different branches of government

• It eliminates the need for a judiciary system

What is the purpose of Majority rule/minority right in democracy?

• To suppress the rights of the minority

• To eliminate the minority's right to vote

• To ensure that only the majority's opinion matters

• To balance the power between majority and minority

What is the main goal of Political Participation in democracy?

• To limit the influence of citizens in government decisions

• To ensure that only a select few have a say in policies

• To empower people to actively engage in creating policies

• To discourage individuals from expressing their ideas