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Understanding Democratic Republics

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What is the primary role of citizens in a democratic republic?

To elect representatives to run the government (correct)

To directly make laws

To serve on a jury in all court cases

To participate in all government decisions

Which of the following describes a characteristic of a democratic republic?

Government decisions are made by a small group of elites

Power is concentrated in a single leader

Citizens have no role in governance

Representatives are elected by the citizens (correct)

Which of the following is not a function of elected representatives in a democratic republic?

Overseeing public services

Representing the interests of their constituents

Directly enforcing laws themselves (correct)

Making laws on behalf of citizens

In a democratic republic, the government is run primarily by whom?

Elected officials representing the citizens Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a democratic republic from a direct democracy?

Government decisions are made by select representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary idea behind natural rights?

Rights that individuals are born with. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of the social contract primarily entail?

Citizens agree to give up some freedom in exchange for government protection. Signup and view all the answers

Which principle ensures that no one branch of government holds excessive power?

Checks and balances Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'consent of the governed'?

Governments require continuous approval from the citizens. Signup and view all the answers

What defines unalienable or inalienable rights?

Rights that cannot be taken away by any entity. Signup and view all the answers

What does separation of powers accomplish in a government?

It creates distinct branches with specific functions. Signup and view all the answers

Which concept refers to the good of the community as a whole?

Common good Signup and view all the answers

Majority rule is associated with which of the following?

The principle where decisions are made based on what more than half the people want. Signup and view all the answers