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WorksheetsS1 Democracy
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
Identify who can represent the people in a parliament setting in a democracy.
MPs
Puppets
Dictators
Other
What is a democracy?
A democracy is a form of government in which the people rule through representatives
A democracy is where one single leader decides what is best for their people
A democracy is when there are no leaders at all
A democracy is a form of government in which vampires rule the world
MPs are responsible for...
Cars
Shops
National issues like the economy
Local Issues like bin collection
MSPs are responsible for....
Local issues such waste disposal
National issues such as taxes
Homework
Travel
Which of these are NOT common campaign methods?
Leaflets
Canvassing
Adverts
Shouting out your window
What time are polling stations open?
6am-9pm
7am-10pm
9am-5pm
8am-6pm
What political party is currently fighting the most for Scottish Independence?
(a)
Which of the following is a common reason for NOT voting in an election?
“I am not interested in politics, so why should I vote?”
“Voting is a democratic right. We should take that right seriously.”
“There are many countries where people do not have the right to vote so we should use ours!”
“The Government makes a lot of decisions that affect our lives, so we should have a say in who is in charge.”
What political party is particularly concerned with the environment?
(a)
Which of these are an important skill or quality for MPs/Candidates
Disinterested in politics
Confident public speaker
Shy personality
Disorganised person
