4TH QTR LONG TEST_TRENDS

Which of the following is a key principle of democracy?

• Rule by a single leader

• Free and fair elections

• Government control over speech

• Power inherited through family

What is a fundamental right in a democracy?

• The right to opposing views

• The right to vote

• The right to unlimited power

• The right to avoid paying taxes

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of democracy?

• a. Majority rule

• b. Protection of minority rights

• c. Suppression of free speech

• d. Separation of powers

What is the role of political parties in a democracy?

• a. To control all government decisions

• b. To provide citizens with choices in leadership

• c. To limit people's participation in governance

• d. To replace elections with appointments

A democracy ensures that power is in the hands of whom?

• A single ruler

• The military

• The people

• Religious leaders

What is one way a democracy protects human rights?

• a. By allowing freedom of speech and expression

• b. By eliminating opposition parties

• c. By requiring citizens to follow only one religion

• d. By restricting public protests

Why is voting important in a democracy?

• a. It allows people to choose their leaders

• b. It gives the government total control

• c. It ensures that only the wealthy have power

• d. It prevents people from voicing their opinions

Which of the following is a way citizens can participate in a democracy?

• a. Avoiding political discussions

• b. Protesting against unfair laws

• c. Ignoring government policies

• d. Rejecting all forms of government

What is the role of civic engagement in a democracy?

• a. To help citizens influence government policies

• b. To make laws without public input

• c. To prevent people from participating in governance

• d. To weaken democratic institutions

What is an example of democratic participation?

• Ignoring elections

• Signing petitions for social change

• Allowing one party to run for office

• Censoring the media