Representative Government - In Depth

Question 1

How is representative government essential for democracy?

Answer 1

Consists of Representatives the people chose to represent them

Question 2

Define democracy

Answer 2

System of government by the whole population of all eligible members

Question 3

How is representative government achieved?

Answer 3

Through regular elections so the people can vote for representatives

Question 4

What happens if the government doesn’t represent the needs of the majority of the people

Answer 4

Likely to be voted out of office at the next election

Question 5

Give an example of representative government

Answer 5

Many people lobbying for change of laws in same sex marriage, however many people do not approve. Government needs to initiate laws supported by the majority of the people