Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Studies Quiz

What is the concept of representative democracy?

• Democracy via elections

• Democracy via monarchy

• Democracy via military rule

• Democracy via aristocracy

What is the difference between representative and direct democracy?

• Representative democracy uses elections; direct democracy uses referendums

• Representative democracy uses referendums; direct democracy uses elections

• Both use the same methods

• Neither uses elections or referendums

How can the media be used for influence?

• By ignoring public opinion

• By influencing public opinion

• By supporting only entertainment content

• By avoiding controversial topics

What is the role of the media in influencing public opinion?

• To entertain the public

• To provide biased information

• To inform and educate the public

• To ignore public concerns

What is the role of the United Nations in the UK's global influence?

• To focus only on local issues

• To ignore international conflicts

• To engage in global commitments

• To limit international cooperation

What is an example of the UK's involvement in global situations?

• Avoiding international laws

• Playing a role in international disagreements

• Supporting only local issues

• Ignoring global conflicts

What happens if students fail to submit the required form for citizenship action?

• They receive extra time

• It is treated as malpractice

• They get a bonus point

• They are given a warning

What is one of the tasks in representing different points of view?

• Allocate roles and tasks

• Review evidence and research

• Demonstrate teamwork

• Identify criteria for success

Which task involves organising and delivering a social action project?

• Critically evaluate the impact

• Plan the action

• Apply skills of collaboration, negotiation and influence

• Undertake primary research

What is a task in applying skills of collaboration?

• Identify research questions

• Demonstrate the importance of influence

• Critically evaluate the impact

• Review evidence and research