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What is the name of a system of government where citizens have the power to make decisions directly?
What is the name of a system of government where citizens have the power to make decisions directly?
Direct Democracy
Where did the idea of direct democracy originate?
Where did the idea of direct democracy originate?
Ancient Greece (Athens)
Direct democracy is a common practice in modern democracies.
Direct democracy is a common practice in modern democracies.
False
The concept of direct democracy was practiced in Athens for a very long time.
The concept of direct democracy was practiced in Athens for a very long time.
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What are some of the main challenges associated with direct democracy in larger, modern societies? (Select all that apply)
What are some of the main challenges associated with direct democracy in larger, modern societies? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following are key features of direct democracy? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are key features of direct democracy? (Select all that apply)
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What specific challenges would a direct democracy face when dealing with a geographically dispersed population?
What specific challenges would a direct democracy face when dealing with a geographically dispersed population?
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What was the approximate population of Athens during its direct democracy era, and how does this compare to the population of a modern nation like the UK?
What was the approximate population of Athens during its direct democracy era, and how does this compare to the population of a modern nation like the UK?
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What is the core idea of direct democracy?
What is the core idea of direct democracy?
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Why do you think the concept of direct democracy may be impractical to apply in larger, modern nations?
Why do you think the concept of direct democracy may be impractical to apply in larger, modern nations?
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Study Notes
Direct Democracy
- Originated in Ancient Greece, particularly Athens
- Flourished from 500 to 322 BCE
- Citizens participated directly in decision-making through assemblies
- Model for "classical" democracy, significantly different from modern forms
Key Features of Direct Democracy
- Direct Participation: Citizens actively create policy, not just electing representatives
- Immediate Participation: Citizens are the governing body; no separate political class
- Continuous Participation: Regular citizen engagement in ongoing political processes
- Essential Element: Decisions made directly by the citizens
Application of Direct Democracy Today
- Entire population participation is practically impossible in modern societies
- Elements of Direct Democracy exist in UK political system (further details provided, presumably in table 1)
- Application of the Athenian (classical) model is impractical due to scale
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Explore the concept of direct democracy, its origins in Ancient Greece, and its key features. This quiz will also cover the relevance and application of direct democracy in today's political landscape. Understand how classical models compare to modern democratic systems.
