CLEAN : Democracies die not by fire, but by law,' warns US advocate a year after Capitol siege

CLEAN : Democracies die not by fire, but by law,' warns US advocate a year after Capitol siege

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Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

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The United States is facing a significant democratic crisis, marked by events like January 6 and ongoing legal challenges. Unlike past threats, modern democracy is undermined through legal means rather than overt dictatorship. Numerous bills have been introduced to alter election processes, raising concerns about voting rights and election integrity. Public trust in elections has declined, with a notable portion of the population believing force may be necessary to protect their way of life. Despite these challenges, there is hope that the US can recover its democratic values, as it has done in the past, by being vigilant and proactive.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary way democracy is threatened in the 21st century according to the video?

Through media censorship

By economic sanctions

Through legal changes

By military coups

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant change in how anti-democratic leaders operate in the 21st century?

They abolish democracy entirely

They rely on military force

They use legal means to undermine democracy

They create a one-party dictatorship

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many bills have been introduced to change election processes in the U.S.?

Over 100

More than 260

Less than 50

Exactly 200

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Republicans believe force may be necessary to protect their way of life?

More than 50%

About 40%

Exactly 60%

Less than 30%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current level of trust in U.S. elections among Americans?

Only 10% do not trust the elections

75% trust the elections

59% trust the elections

52% do not trust the elections