What is the simplest definition of democracy?
Correct answer: A
In a democracy the rulers are chosen by the people. Exam tip: connect the definition with elections and people.
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Easy · Level 1 · democracy,definition,people
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- Government chosen by the people
- Government run by a king
- Government made by the army
- Government always run by one party
Easy · Level 1 · representatives,election,democracy
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- Monarchy
- Dictatorship
- Democracy
- Military rule
Easy · Level 1 · government formation,people choice,democracy
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- Hereditary rule
- People's choice
- Military power
- Money power
Easy · Level 1 · rulers,elections,democracy
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- By birth
- By force
- By secret agreement
- Through elections
Easy · Level 1 · people,power,democracy
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- People
- King
- Army
- Court staff
Easy · Level 1 · definition,elected representatives,people
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- Government always belongs to the king
- Government is of representatives chosen by people
- Government belongs only to soldiers
- People have no role in government
Easy · Level 1 · participation,basic idea,democracy
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- People's participation
- Only royal family
- Only army
- Only rich people
Easy · Level 1 · choose rulers,democracy,definition
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- Democracy
- Monarchy
- Colonial rule
- Dictatorship
Easy · Level 1 · citizens,role,voting
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- Only obeying orders
- Taking part in choosing rulers
- Becoming king
- Running the army
Easy · Level 1 · accountability,people,democratic government
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- To the people
- Only to the king
- Only to the army
- To nobody
Easy · Level 1 · voting,representatives,democracy
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- To entertain
- To choose representatives
- To increase taxes
- To start war
Easy · Level 1 · peaceful change,elections,democracy
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- Elections
- War
- Rebellion
- King's order
Easy · Level 1 · legitimacy,people,rule
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- People
- Royal family
- Foreign power
- Will of one person
Easy · Level 1 · example,democracy,elected representatives
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- Where people elect representatives
- Where king rules for life
- Where army makes all decisions
- Where citizens do not get vote
Easy · Level 1 · consent,rule,democracy
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- From people's consent
- From weapons
- From heredity
- From fear
Easy · Level 1 · right to vote,government,democracy
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- Right to vote
- Property right
- Right to travel
- Right to trade
Easy · Level 1 · free fair elections,democracy,definition
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- Free and fair
- Always secret and fake
- Only by ruler's wish
- Without voters
Easy · Level 1 · choose government,opportunity,democracy
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- Democracy
- Dictatorship
- Military rule
- Absolute monarchy
Easy · Level 1 · equal vote,adult citizens,democracy
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- Different
- Equal
- According to wealth
- According to caste
Easy · Level 1 · democracy,political equality,voting rights,universal adult franchise,civics
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- Every adult citizen has one vote, and every vote has equal value
- Only property owners can vote
- One person can cast several votes in an election
- Votes of elected representatives have greater value than those of ordinary citizens
In which system of government do people choose their representatives?
Correct answer: C
In a democracy people choose their representatives by voting. Exam tip: treat representative election as a sign of democracy.
View question detailsWhat is the main basis for forming a government in democracy?
Correct answer: B
In democracy the government is formed by people's choice. Exam tip: remember that people are the source of power.
View question detailsHow are rulers chosen in a democracy?
Correct answer: D
In a democracy rulers are chosen through elections. Exam tip: understand elections as a basic condition of democracy.
View question detailsIn democracy with whom is the final power considered to rest?
Correct answer: A
In democracy final power is considered to rest with the people. Exam tip: understand people as the centre of democracy.
View question detailsWhich statement best matches the definition of democracy?
Correct answer: B
In democracy people participate in government through elected representatives. Exam tip: write people's role as the key point.
View question detailsThe basic idea of democracy is related to what?
Correct answer: A
Democracy is based on people's participation. Exam tip: understand participation and elections together.
View question detailsIf people in a country can choose their rulers what is that system generally called?
Correct answer: A
The right to choose rulers is a main feature of democracy. Exam tip: connect voting rights with the definition.
View question detailsWhat is the role of citizens in a democracy?
Correct answer: B
Citizens choose rulers through voting and participation. Exam tip: treat citizens as having an active role.
View question detailsTo whom is the government accountable in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
A democratic government is accountable to people because people elect it. Exam tip: connect accountability with elections.
View question detailsWhat is the purpose of voting in a democracy?
Correct answer: B
Through voting citizens choose their representatives. Exam tip: understand voting as a tool of democracy.
View question detailsWhat is the peaceful way to change government in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
In democracy the government can be changed through elections. Exam tip: treat peaceful change as a democratic feature.
View question detailsWho gives legitimacy to rule in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
In democracy rule becomes legitimate through people's approval. Exam tip: understand people as the source of legitimacy.
View question detailsWhich of the following is a correct example of democracy?
Correct answer: A
In democracy elected representatives of people govern. Exam tip: look for elections while identifying examples.
View question detailsFrom where does the right to govern come in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
In democracy rule is based on people's consent. Exam tip: treat consent as a democratic basis.
View question detailsWhich right is most directly connected with choosing government in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
Right to vote gives citizens a chance to choose government. Exam tip: understand voting right as a basic condition of democracy.
View question detailsHow should elections be in a democracy?
Correct answer: A
In democracy elections should be free and fair. Exam tip: remember not just elections but fair elections.
View question detailsIn which system do people get the opportunity to choose the government?
Correct answer: A
In democracy people get the opportunity to choose the government. Exam tip: remember opportunity and elections together.
View question detailsIn democracy how should the value of every adult citizen's vote be?
Correct answer: B
In democracy every vote is considered to have equal value. Exam tip: remember equal political rights.
View question detailsWhat does one person one vote mean in democracy?
Correct answer: A
‘One person, one vote’ is a principle of political equality in democracy. It means that every adult citizen has the right to one vote, and no person’s vote has greater value than another’s. Therefore, option A is correct. Option C is incorrect because an individual cannot cast multiple votes. Exam tip: remember this principle with universal adult franchise and ‘one person, one vote, one value.’
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