Paper 1: 1.1 Representative and direct democracy

In representative democracy, who takes decisions on behalf of the people?

• The monarch

• Elected representatives

• The military

• The wealthy

What can articulate but dishonest actors do in direct democracy?

• Simplify decision-making.

• Persuade people for personal benefit.

• Ensure equal vote weight.

• Encourage genuine debate.

How do politicians contribute to representative democracy?

• By eliminating political parties.

• By forming parties and providing a choice of representation.

• By avoiding accountability.

• By always representing minority interests.

What is a popular critique of the UK voting system?

• It is too complex

• It over-represents minority viewpoints

• It under-represents minority viewpoints

• It is too expensive

Who was elected as the leader of the Labour Party, leading to a significant increase in membership by July 2016?

• Tony Blair

• Gordon Brown

• Jeremy Corbyn

• Ed Miliband

What is an example of e-democracy?

• Voting in person

• Watching political debates

• Support for e-petitions

• Attending rallies

What is a key feature of direct democracy?

• Decisions made by international bodies

• Decisions made by the judiciary

• Decisions made by elected officials

• Decisions made by the people directly

Which of the following is a benefit of e-democracy?

• Higher costs of elections

• Increased voter turnout

• Limited access to information

• Decreased political engagement

What role do political parties play in a representative democracy?

• They eliminate the need for elections

• They prevent public participation

• They provide a platform for diverse opinions

• They ensure a single viewpoint is represented

What is a potential drawback of direct democracy?

• It can lead to decision-making by uninformed individuals.

• It limits public participation.

• It ensures minority rule.

• It always results in higher costs.