Democracy and Participation

Question 1

Define democracy

Answer 1

Government where citizens participate in decision making

Question 2

Name the two main types of democracy

Answer 2

1. Direct democracy
2. Representative democracy

Question 3

Define direct democracy

Answer 3

Citizens make decisions like voting on law and policy

Question 4

Define representative democracy

Answer 4

Citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf

Question 5

Name an example of a direct democracy

Answer 5

Referendums in Switzerland

Question 6

Name an example of a representative democracy

Answer 6

UK Parliament

Question 7

Name three key elements of a direct democracy

Answer 7

Referendums, initiatives and public assemblies

Question 8

Name two advantages of a direct democracy

Answer 8

Enhanced legitimacy and increased accountability

Question 9

Name two disadvantages of a direct democracy

Answer 9

Complexity and lack of expertise

Question 10

Name two advantages of a representative democracy

Answer 10

Efficiency and protection of minority rights

Question 11

Name two disadvantages of a representative democracy

Answer 11

Potential for elite control and risk of corruption