Is direct democracy better?
Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will learn about the difference between direct and representative democracy and we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both systems.
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7 Questions
Q1.
From which language does the word democracy originate?
Latin
Spanish
Q2.
What does democracy mean?
A system of government where the rich and famous hold all the power.
A system where there is centralised control by the government.
Q3.
Which statement most closely outlines the aim of democracy?
To allow absolute power in the hands of the monarch.
To prevent some people from voting.
Q4.
Absolute power, centralised control, lack of human rights and state-controlled media are all features of a democracy.
True
Q5.
Why does a democracy require free and fair elections?
To predict the outcome.
To promote a single issue that affects society.
Q6.
Which country has a full democracy? (hint: think about the top 5 listed in the democracy index)
China
North Korea
UK
Q7.
Who said “Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others”.
Barak Obama
Boris Johnson
6 Questions
Q1.
What is direct democracy?
A form of democracy in which people discuss social issues.
A form of democracy where people join a political party.
Q2.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau argued that elected representatives could not decide the will of the people the citizens should make those decisions directly.
False
Q3.
In Switzerland referendums are held at least:
Every five years
Once every 20 years
Q4.
One advantage of direct democracy is:
It can lead to voter apathy.
It leads to divisions within society.
Q5.
One disadvantage of direct democracy is:
People may become more politically engaged.
People may feel encouraged to learn more about politics.
Q6.
Which landmark decision was decided by a UK wide referendum?
The new Prime Minister in 2019
The suspension of Parliament in 2020