Foundations of Democracy & Free Enterprise

What is one of the basic concepts of democracy according to the passage?

• Recognition of the fundamental worth and dignity of every person

• The inevitability of democracy

• The perfection of democracy

• The equality of condition for all persons

According to the passage, what does democracy require in terms of equality?

• Equality of opportunity and equality before the law

• Equality of condition for all persons

• Equal share of worldly goods

• Equality of mental and physical abilities

Unchecked, however, a majority could destroy is opposition and, in the process _______ democracy.

What does the passage suggest about the majority rule in a democracy?

• It must be restrained by minority rights

• It should always be unchecked

• It is always right

• It eliminates the need for compromise

What is the role of compromise in a democracy as described in the passage?

• To find the position most acceptable to the largest number; give and take

• To ensure the majority always wins

• To eliminate minority rights

• To avoid any form of disagreement

According to the passage, what is a consequence of absolute freedom?

• It leads to anarchy

• It strengthens democracy

• It ensures equality

• It promotes compromise

Match the following foundation of democracy to its description.

• Equality of all Persons

• • Government decisions based on will of the majority while always considering will of minority

• Majority Rule, Minority Rights

• •  All men are created equal

• Necessity of Compromise

• • worth and dignity of every person. Much emphasis is placed on the individual

  
  

• Individual Freedom:

• • decision making requires compromise or large degree of “give and take”

• Worth of the Individual

• citizens must be as free as possible without compromising the freedom of others

Which is the correct definition of a citizen?

• People who live in a country

• One who holds both rights and responsibilities within a state

• People who vote

• People who are required to vote and obey the law

What is a duty of a good citizen in a democratic society as mentioned in the passage?

• Obeying the law

• Voting in every election

• Owning property

• Serving in the military

Put the description in the right category: Duty or Responsibility of Citizens

Groups:

(a) Duties of a Citizen

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(b) Responsibilities of a Citizen

• Paricipating in government & knowing how it works

• voting

• obey laws

• Serve on a jury

• volunteering

• Pay taxes