Democracy Flashcards
1
Q
Is Australia a democracy?
A
Yes
2
Q
Who elects the leader in a democracy?
A
The people’s vote
3
Q
What is a representative democracy?
A
System of government in which the citizens vote to elect representatives who vote on the issues. People are still in power.
4
Q
What is a democracy?
A
System of government where the citizens have the power.
5
Q
What is a direct democracy?
A
System of government in which the citizens vote on all the issues, keeping the people in power.
6
Q
How can people participate in democracy?
A
Lobby group, voting, petitions, committee hearings, observing government, public meetings and protests, and contact members of parliament
