Democratic vs. Authoritarian Governments

In a Democratic Government, who holds the power?

• A) A single leader

• B) A small group

• C) Voters and the leaders they elect

• D) Military

Which of the following is protected in a Democratic Government?

• civil rights and human rights

• rights of leaders since they are above the law

• rights as listed in their Constitution

• neither civil rights nor human rights

How many political parties typically exist in an Authoritarian Government?

• Multiple

• Two

• One

• None

In which type of government are citizens able to vote in free and fair elections?

• Authoritarian Government

• Democratic Government

• Both

• Neither

What is a characteristic of government participation in a Democratic Government?

• Citizens cannot participate

• Citizens can effectively take part

• Only leaders can take part

• Only military can take part

In which type of government can citizens express their views freely?

• Authoritarian Government

• Democratic Government

• Both

• Neither

How is the opposition/ dissent treated in an Authoritarian Government?

• It is encouraged

• It is ignored

• It is used to hold the government accountable

• Force is often used to put it down

What is the status of the press/media in a Democratic Government?

• Banned by the government

• Censored by the government

• Free and not controlled by the government

• Owned by the government