TRENDS FINAL SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT 2

What is the definition of democracy according to Abraham Lincoln?

• Government of the people, by the people, and for the people

• Government of the few, by the few, and for the few

• Government of the elite, by the elite, and for the elite

• Government of the monarchy, by the monarchy, and for the monarchy

Which of the following is NOT a component of democratic government?

• Basic Rights and Freedom

• Monarchy

• Elections

• Division of Powers

What does the term 'dēmokratia' mean?

• Rule by the military

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the elite

• Rule by the monarchy

According to the text, what is a key characteristic of a democratic election?

• Only the elite can vote

• Elections are held without transparency

• Voting is mandatory for all citizens

• Citizens have the right to vote or abstain

What is the role of the media in a democracy?

• To control the political narrative

• To restrict information

• To disseminate public opinion

• To promote government propaganda

Which of the following is a basic value of democracy?

• Indignation

• Corruption

• Subjugation

• Solidarity

What does the rule of law ensure in a democratic society?

• Laws are arbitrary

• Only the government is accountable

• Citizens are equal in front of the law

• Citizens are unequal before the law

In a democratic government, powers are divided into how many branches?

• Two

• Five

• Three

• Four

What is the purpose of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?

• To establish a monarchy

• To promote government control

• To protect individual rights

• To limit freedoms

Which of the following best describes democratic participation?

• Empowerment of people to involve themselves

• Restriction of public opinion

• Limiting citizen engagement

• Government control over citizens