Which of the following statements are true about representative democracy?
[more than 1 answer]
CH2 Govt in a Representative Democracy
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12th Grade
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Harliany H
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1.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements are true about representative democracy?
[more than 1 answer]
It is a form of democracy where citizens elect representatives to form a government to make decisions on their behalf.
It is a form of government where the elected representatives run the country for life.
It is a form of government where the government has unlimited power and it can make any decision it wishes to.
It is a form of government where the government does not have unlimited power to make decisions or carry out policies.
Answer explanation
Representative democracy involves citizens electing representatives to make decisions on their behalf, ensuring the government has limited power, unlike the other options which suggest unlimited power or lifetime terms.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The SG govt serves 3 functions. These functions are carried out by three branches of government - the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary. What is the function of the Legislature?
To make and pass laws
To implement and enforce laws
To interpret and apply laws
Answer explanation
The function of the Legislature is to make and pass laws. This distinguishes it from the Executive, which implements laws, and the Judiciary, which interprets them.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Legislature consists of ...
the Parliament
the President and the Cabinet, led by the Prime Minister
the President and the Parliament
Answer explanation
The Legislature is composed of the President and the Parliament, which work together to create laws. The other options incorrectly include the Cabinet or only the Parliament.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of the Executive?
To make and pass laws
To implement and enforce laws
To interpret and apply laws
Answer explanation
The Executive's primary function is to implement and enforce laws, ensuring that legislation passed by the legislative branch is carried out effectively. This distinguishes it from the roles of making or interpreting laws.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Executive consists of ...
the Chief Justice
the Parliament and the President
the President and the Cabinet, led by the Prime Minister
6.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
[more than 1 answer]
the Family Justice Courts
the International Court of Justice
the State Courts
the Supreme Court
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Chief Justice
The President
The Prime Minister
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