Understanding Government and Democracy

Which of the following is a characteristic of a sovereign nation?

• It has a large population.

• It has a defined territory.

• It is a member of the United Nations.

• It has a strong military.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how the concept of "rule of law" is applied in a democracy.

• It ensures that laws are created by the government.

• It means that laws apply equally to all citizens, including leaders.

• It allows leaders to change laws as they see fit.

• It requires citizens to follow laws without question.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare and contrast representative democracy and direct democracy in terms of decision-making processes.

• Both involve citizens voting on every issue directly.

• Representative democracy involves elected officials making decisions, while direct democracy involves citizens voting on issues directly.

• Direct democracy is more common in large nations, while representative democracy is used in small communities.

• Both systems require a monarch to approve decisions.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Identify a basic concept of democracy from the options below.

• Centralized power

• Majority rule

• Hereditary leadership

• Absolute monarchy

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is a key feature of a parliamentary system of government?

• The head of state is elected directly by the people.

• The legislative branch is elected directly by the people

• There is no legislature

• The judiciary has the power to veto legislation.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which form of government is characterized by a single leader with absolute power?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Evaluate the effectiveness of direct democracy in large, diverse societies.

• It is highly effective because it allows for quick decision-making.

• It can be challenging due to the number of issues for citizens to vote on.

• It is ineffective because it excludes minority opinions.

• It is the most efficient form of government for large populations.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a sovereign nation?

• Permanent population

• Defined territory

• Absolute monarchy

• Government

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Discuss the role of citizen participation in a representative democracy.

• Citizens have no role in decision-making.

• Citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

• Citizens directly vote on all laws and policies.

• Citizens are required to serve in government positions.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What makes a state a “sovereign state?”

• The country has a King of a Queen

• A territory has the ability to rule themselves without interference.

• A territory can hold free elections for their people.

• You don't have to have to have a government to be a state.