History Democracy Flashcards
What is the enquiry question regarding Democracy in Britain?
When did Democracy arrive in Britain?
What type of enquiry is the question about Democracy in Britain?
Change and continuity enquiry
What does the graph mentioned illustrate?
The number of people who could vote before 1832 and after 1919
Who are the Suffragettes?
The group of women who protested for the extension of the right to vote to all women
What is Parliament?
The collection of members of Parliament and lords entitled to attend
What is the role of the monarch in Parliament?
The head of Parliament
What is the Houses of Parliament?
The building where Parliament sits, located in London
Where is considered the birthplace of democracy?
Athens
Define Democracy.
Where the people make decisions together, either directly or by representation
Define Autocracy.
Making decisions absolutely without considering others’ ideas/opinions
What does Representation mean?
The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone
What is a Privilege?
A special right/reward available only to a particular person or group
What does Pressure refer to?
Force/effort applied to change something
What does MP stand for?
Member of Parliament
What is the definition of Reform?
To make a change for the better, improve something