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?

    <p>Elected officials representing the citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a democratic republic from a direct democracy?

    <p>Government decisions are made by select representatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary idea behind natural rights?

    <p>Rights that individuals are born with.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of the social contract primarily entail?

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

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

    <p>Checks and balances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'consent of the governed'?

    <p>Governments require continuous approval from the citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines unalienable or inalienable rights?

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

    What does separation of powers accomplish in a government?

    <p>It creates distinct branches with specific functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Common good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Majority rule is associated with which of the following?

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

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