DLG Communism VS. Democracy

Which of the following is NOT a feature of democracy?

• A) Freedom of speech.

• B) Multiple political parties.

• C) Government control of all property.

• D) Equal rights for individuals.

What is one major difference between communism and democracy?

• Communism allows freedom of speech, while democracy restricts it.

• Democracy limits government power, while communism controls most aspects of life.

• Democracy eliminates economic differences, while communism encourages them.

• Communism supports multiple political parties, while democracy does not.

What evidence does the author present to show the differences between democracy and communism?

• Democracy has strict government control, while communism allows freedom.

• Communism restricts free speech, while democracy values it.

• Both systems require one political party.

• Communism and democracy share the same values.

Why might the text describe communism as having strict government control? Select the evidence that supports this interpretation.

• The government controls many parts of life, including jobs, education, and even what people are allowed to say or believe.

• In a democracy, citizens vote to elect leaders who represent their ideas and make decisions for the country.

• The goal of communism is to create a society where everyone is equal.

• Multiple political parties allow for free elections in a democracy.

What is one key difference between how property is handled in communism and democracy?

• In communism, individuals own property, while in democracy, the government owns it.

• In communism, the government owns most property, whereas in democracy, individuals can own property.

• Both systems prohibit private property ownership.

• Both systems encourage equal property ownership for everyone.

In this type of government, the people vote for their leader.

• Communism

• Capitalism

• Dictatorship

In this type of government there are different classes: wealthy, middle and poor.

• Communist

• Capitalist

I have a great idea to improve computers, I will call it “Microsoft.” The government will take my idea and make sure that I receive the same about of money for my work as every other person.

• Capitalism

• Communism

I have a great idea to improve computers, I will call it “Microsoft” and sell it to millions of people and become one of the richest people in the world.

• Capitalism

• Communism

The United States supported communism; the Soviet Union supported democracy/capitalism

• True

• False