Democracy in the Philippines Quiz

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a democracy?

• Rule by a single leader

• Suppression of free speech

• Regular free and fair elections

• Censorship of the press

What is participatory democracy?

• A system where citizens vote on representatives

• A system where citizens have direct involvement in decision-making

• A system where decisions are made by elected officials

• A system where decisions are made by a monarch

Which of the following is an undemocratic practice?

• Ensuring equal voting rights

• Holding free and fair elections

• Limiting media freedom

• Allowing peaceful protests

What is a viable alternative to undemocratic practices in the Philippines?

• Strengthening judicial independence

• Increasing censorship

• Enhancing military power

• Abolishing elections

In a representative democracy, who makes the decisions?

• Citizens directly

• Elected officials

• Monarchs

• Foreign governments

Which practice undermines democracy?

• Transparent governance

• Corruption in elections

• Equal representation

• Judicial accountability

What role do political parties play in a democracy?

• Suppress minority opinions

• Organize political participation

• Limit citizen engagement

• Restrict voter rights

What is a characteristic of undemocratic regimes?

• Free press

• Government transparency

• Human rights abuses

• Regular elections

How can citizens participate in a participatory democracy?

• Through elected representatives

• By engaging in direct decision-making processes

• By relying on government officials

• Through military service

What is a potential benefit of participatory democracy?

• Increased bureaucracy

• Faster decision-making

• Greater citizen engagement

• Centralized power