the activity of choosing someone or something in an election

a person who actively takes responsibility, becomes invovled in areas of public concern and tries to make a positive difference in their community

How can we become involved in politics?

Citizenship

How do different countries govern themselves?

Should we reform the voting system in the UK?

What is a political party and what do they stand for?

What happens to the media during elections?

Working in politics – what can we do?

Pupils build knowledge and understanding of political systems, government, voting and elections. Pupils consider the vast range of political roles, exploring the impact that these roles can have across local communities and wider society and how they can get involved in politics.

What are the different ways we can become involved in politics?

Which of the following is a way to participate in politics besides voting?

sharing accurate information about it on social media

Which of the following is an example of raising awareness about an important issue?

the activity of choosing someone or something

a person who takes responsibility for improving their community

formal request signed by many people, urging action on specific issues

Match the word to the correct definition.

A democracy has {{}} engaged citizens who support democratic principles, vote regularly and commit to a peaceful transfer of power after elections.

It allows Parliament to make decisions on their own without any input.

It weakens democracy since less people are expressing their opinions.

It changes the UK into a monarchy where the monarch makes all the laws.

What can happen if voter turnout is too low?

writing or meeting with an MP to raise concerns

adding your name to a formal request for change

working with others to promote a specific cause or issue

In a direct democracy, citizens participate in decision-making directly, rather than through their elected {{}}.

Which of the following is **not** a feature of democracy?

a system of government where citizens vote in regular, fair elections

an agreement reached by a group as a whole, often after discussion

a system of government where leaders have complete control

decisions are made quickly without much debate

diverse perspectives can lead to balanced outcomes

power is concentrated in one leader to ensure stability

it limits public participation in decision-making

Which of the following is a potential strength of a democracy?

In an authoritarian regime, decision-making power is concentrated in a leader or small elite, often {{}} the people's will.

safeguarding individual freedoms, such as freedom of speech

ensuring every citizen is treated equally under the law

Match the criteria to its description when evaluating a government system.

How can we become involved in politics?

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