Jamaica Constitution Quiz

What is the main purpose of a constitution?

• To enforce laws

• To guide citizens on their responsibilities

• To outline how a state is governed

• To elect government officials

Jamaica's Constitution was established in:

• 1960

• 1962

• 1965

• 1970

Which of the following is a feature of democracy?

• Citizens rule directly or through elected representatives

• Power is concentrated in a single leader

• Freedom of expression is restricted

• Elections are held every 10 years

In an authoritarian system, power is concentrated in:

• Elected representatives

• Local communities

• A single leader or small group

• The judiciary

The right to freedom of speech allows citizens to:

• Say anything without consequences

• Express opinions freely within the law

• Ignore laws that limit speech

• Criticize religion publicly

Which of the following is NOT guaranteed by Jamaica's Charter of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms?

• Freedom of movement

• Right to vote

• Access to education

• Freedom from taxes

What is the responsibility of citizens in a democracy?

• Disobey unjust laws

• Participate in governance

• Demand government jobs

• Ignore civic duties

The term 'adult suffrage' means:

• The right of all adults to vote

• Voting rights only for men

• Voting rights only for the wealthy

• Limited voting rights

At what age can Jamaican citizens vote?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 25

General Elections in Jamaica are held every:

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 7 years