The Challenges to Democracy
| Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the challenges faced by democracies around the world. | |
| Number of Questions: 10 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: democracy challenges politics |
What is the most common challenge to democracy?
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Economic inequality
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Political corruption
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Social unrest
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Foreign interference
Economic inequality is the most common challenge to democracy because it can lead to social unrest, political instability, and a decline in public trust in government.
What is the difference between a democracy and a republic?
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A democracy is a government in which the people have the power, while a republic is a government in which the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
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A democracy is a government in which the people have the power, while a republic is a government in which the people have no power.
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A democracy is a government in which the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, while a republic is a government in which the people have the power to make decisions directly.
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A democracy is a government in which the people have no power, while a republic is a government in which the people have the power to make decisions directly.
A democracy is a government in which the people have the power, while a republic is a government in which the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. In a democracy, the people have the right to vote on laws and policies, while in a republic, the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
What are the three branches of government in the United States?
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The legislative branch, the executive branch, and the judicial branch
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The legislative branch, the executive branch, and the military branch
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The legislative branch, the executive branch, and the administrative branch
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The legislative branch, the executive branch, and the electoral branch
The three branches of government in the United States are the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the judicial branch. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch carries out laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
What is the role of the Supreme Court in the United States?
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To interpret the Constitution and to decide whether laws are constitutional
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To make laws
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To carry out laws
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To elect the president
The role of the Supreme Court in the United States is to interpret the Constitution and to decide whether laws are constitutional. The Supreme Court also has the power to overturn laws that it finds to be unconstitutional.
What is the difference between a primary election and a general election?
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A primary election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will run in the general election, while a general election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will hold office.
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A primary election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will run in the general election, while a general election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will make laws.
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A primary election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will run in the general election, while a general election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will carry out laws.
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A primary election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will run in the general election, while a general election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will interpret laws.
A primary election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will run in the general election, while a general election is an election in which voters choose the candidates who will hold office. In a primary election, voters choose the candidates from each party who will run in the general election. In a general election, voters choose the candidates from all parties who are running for office.
What is the Electoral College?
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A group of electors who are chosen by the states to elect the president and vice president
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A group of electors who are chosen by the people to elect the president and vice president
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A group of electors who are chosen by Congress to elect the president and vice president
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A group of electors who are chosen by the Supreme Court to elect the president and vice president
The Electoral College is a group of electors who are chosen by the states to elect the president and vice president. The number of electors each state has is equal to the number of representatives and senators that state has in Congress.
How many electoral votes does it take to win the presidency?
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270
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300
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350
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400
It takes 270 electoral votes to win the presidency.
What is the difference between a political party and a special interest group?
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A political party is a group of people who share similar political views and work together to elect candidates to office, while a special interest group is a group of people who share a common interest and work together to influence government policy.
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A political party is a group of people who share similar political views and work together to elect candidates to office, while a special interest group is a group of people who share a common interest and work together to make laws.
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A political party is a group of people who share similar political views and work together to carry out laws, while a special interest group is a group of people who share a common interest and work together to influence government policy.
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A political party is a group of people who share similar political views and work together to interpret laws, while a special interest group is a group of people who share a common interest and work together to influence government policy.
A political party is a group of people who share similar political views and work together to elect candidates to office. A special interest group is a group of people who share a common interest and work together to influence government policy.
What is the role of the media in a democracy?
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To inform the public about government and politics
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To make laws
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To carry out laws
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To interpret laws
The role of the media in a democracy is to inform the public about government and politics. The media provides the public with information about the government, its policies, and its actions. The media also provides the public with information about the candidates for office and their positions on the issues.
What is the difference between a democracy and a dictatorship?
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In a democracy, the people have the power, while in a dictatorship, the government has the power.
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In a democracy, the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, while in a dictatorship, the government makes decisions without the consent of the people.
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In a democracy, the people have the right to freedom of speech and assembly, while in a dictatorship, the government restricts these rights.
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All of the above
In a democracy, the people have the power, while in a dictatorship, the government has the power. In a democracy, the people elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, while in a dictatorship, the government makes decisions without the consent of the people. In a democracy, the people have the right to freedom of speech and assembly, while in a dictatorship, the government restricts these rights.