Question 1 Medium Level 19
If someone says every decision in democracy may be under pressure of popularity, which side is being presented? A Criticism of democracy B Main merit of democracy C Right to vote D Citizen dignity
Correct answer: A The popularity pressure argument can be a criticism of democracy. Exam tip: identify short-term popular decisions carefully.
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Which feature of democracy gives citizens the opportunity to question rulers? A Hereditary rule B Accountability C Military command D Secret power
Correct answer: B Accountability gives citizens a basis to question rulers. Exam tip: connect questioning with accountability.
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Solving differences through discussion instead of suppression in democracy strengthens which argument? A Democracy is unstable B Democracy increases corruption C Democracy can handle social differences D Decisions are impossible in democracy
Correct answer: C Democracy provides a peaceful method in a diverse society. Exam tip: keep resolving differences as a pro-democracy argument.
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If elected leaders misunderstand people's interests in democracy, which argument against democracy is formed? A Leaders always take better decisions B Elected leaders can also take wrong decisions C People can always change government so there is no issue D Democracy enhances dignity
Correct answer: B This argument questions the limits of elected leaders. Exam tip: place it under criticism of democracy.
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Why is the ability to correct mistakes in democracy important compared to dictatorship? A Because people can change rulers B Because ruler always remains permanent C Because criticism remains banned D Because people have no opinion
Correct answer: A Elections and public opinion in democracy give chances to correct mistakes. Exam tip: treat it as a strong pro-democracy argument.
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Which statement gives a balanced evaluation of democracy's merits and criticisms? A Democracy has no weakness B Democracy has weaknesses but gives chance of correction and accountability C Democracy is only corruption D People have no importance in democracy
Correct answer: B Democracy has criticisms yet it has capacity for correction. Exam tip: learn to give balanced answers.
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How can people's participation affect decisions in democracy? A People's needs can be included in decisions B People always remain outside decisions C Only army takes decisions D Decision is only king's wish
Correct answer: A Participation can make decisions closer to people's experiences. Exam tip: connect participation with better decisions.
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If leaders make false promises to win elections in democracy, which argument against democracy becomes stronger? A Dignity of individual B Lack of morality in political competition C Ability to correct mistakes D Peaceful resolution of differences
Correct answer: B False promises may show weakness of competition for power. Exam tip: connect electoral morality with criticism.
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If a government changes policy after listening to public opinion, which pro-democracy argument is shown? A Public participation and accountability B Instability of leaders C Delay as the only result D Electoral corruption
Correct answer: A Public opinion can push government toward correction and accountability. Exam tip: treat public opinion as a strength of democracy.
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Why does a majority decision in democracy also pass through discussion? A So different views and interests can be understood B So people can be silenced C So elections stop D So rights end
Correct answer: A Discussion can make the majority decision more thoughtful. Exam tip: remember dialogue along with majority.
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Why is it said in criticism of democracy that elections can be very expensive? A Because money power and campaigning may involve high expense B Because citizens' dignity increases C Because differences are resolved peacefully D Because people can change government
Correct answer: A Expensive elections can raise concerns of corruption and money power. Exam tip: connect election expenses with arguments against democracy.
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If policies can change according to people's needs in democracy, which benefit is shown? A Government accountability B Unlimited power of government C Silence of people D Permanent rule of leaders
Correct answer: A People's needs can influence policy. Exam tip: remember accountability and public participation together.
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If there is no open discussion on decisions in democracy, which pro-democracy argument is harmed? A Better decisions and participation B Instability C Possibility of corruption D Delay
Correct answer: A Open discussion is linked with decision improvement and people's participation. Exam tip: understand discussion as a strength of democracy.
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Which benefit weakens if differences are suppressed in democracy? A Peaceful resolution of differences B Election expense C Criticism of instability D Delay in decisions
Correct answer: A A merit of democracy is that differences come out and are resolved through dialogue. Exam tip: see suppression of differences as against a democratic merit.
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If citizens have vote but government does not answer their questions, which democratic merit weakens? A Accountability B Military rule C Hereditary power D Lack of rights
Correct answer: A Along with vote, government accountability is also necessary. Exam tip: do not limit democracy only to voting.
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The dignity argument in favour of democracy rejects which idea? A Respect for all citizens is necessary B Only opinions of a few people matter C Citizen participation is necessary D People's voice is important
Correct answer: B The dignity argument accepts equality of all citizens. Exam tip: do not treat superiority of a few as democratic.
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How can the ability to correct mistakes and the criticism of delay be understood together in democracy? A Democracy may take time in decision-making, but it provides an opportunity to correct mistakes B In democracy, discussion and accountability are abandoned to make quick decisions C Delay is only the result of administrative inefficiency; it has no connection with the democratic process D In democracy, correction of mistakes depends only on the will of rulers, not on citizens' participation
Correct answer: A In a democracy, policies and decisions are discussed, debated and examined from different viewpoints. This can make decision-making slower. However, the same public participation, criticism and accountability make it possible to review and correct wrong decisions. Option B is incorrect because removing discussion and accountability weakens democratic practice. Exam tip: connect delay in democracy with deliberation and the capacity to correct mistakes.
View question details Question 18 Medium Level 19
Which statement is the broadest medium-level argument in favour of democracy? A Democracy gives accountability, participation, dignity, and chance to correct mistakes B Democracy only creates delay C Democracy is only a race for power D Democracy keeps people outside
Correct answer: A These four are major arguments in favour of democracy. Exam tip: understand them with separate examples.
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Which statement correctly summarises criticisms of democracy? A Democracy may have concerns of delay, instability, corruption, and power competition B Democracy never has citizen dignity C People never change government in democracy D Differences are always solved by violence in democracy
Correct answer: A Delay, instability, corruption, and power race are common criticisms. Exam tip: separate criticisms from exaggerations.
View question details Question 20 Medium Level 19
What is the best exam strategy while studying arguments for and against democracy? A Identify each argument as merit, criticism, or balanced view B Remember only arguments against C Remember only slogans D Remember only election symbols
Correct answer: A Identifying categories of arguments is very important in exams. Exam tip: write for and against separately with examples.
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