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Which country is credited with the beginning of democracy in its modern form?
Which country is credited with the beginning of democracy in its modern form?
- England (correct)
- Canada and England
- Canada
- Ancient Greece
What does the term 'Democracy' mean?
What does the term 'Democracy' mean?
- The rule of the people (correct)
- The rule of the Parliament
- The rule of the king
- The rule of the Barons
When did democracy in its modern form begin?
When did democracy in its modern form begin?
- In 1215 (correct)
- In 1649
- In Ancient Greece
- In 1642
What type of democracy is practiced in Canada?
What type of democracy is practiced in Canada?
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What event led to the declaration of England as a republic in 1649?
What event led to the declaration of England as a republic in 1649?
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Study Notes
Origins of Modern Democracy
- Greece is credited with the beginning of democracy in its modern form.
- The term "Democracy" means "power to the people" or "rule by the people".
History of Democracy
- Democracy in its modern form began in the 17th century.
Democracy in Canada
- Canada practices a constitutional monarchy and federal parliamentary democracy.
English Republic
- The execution of King Charles I in 1649 led to the declaration of England as a republic.
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