Understanding Laws and Their Enforcement

<p>The consequences are generally not very serious or short-lived (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tackling another player below the knees or above the shoulders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote fairness and safety (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fines or jail time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In various public places like shopping centers and roads (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exercise regularly for health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The government, police, and court system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Everyone's voice must be heard through active participation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Citizens must approve all laws directly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By participating in community life and voting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The representation of the people's needs may diminish. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The right to influence government decisions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Giving permission for something to happen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Free and fair elections to choose representatives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They apply equally to all citizens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Direct democracy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are protected for all citizens (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Classes participate in decision-making through voting. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Representative democracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Students voting on a class project. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elections are held to select individuals to govern. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Electing a student council member. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All voters gather to make decisions and laws themselves. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Switzerland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can involve too many voters for effective functioning. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>On a regular basis for various issues. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elected officials make decisions on behalf of the people. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An organization that represents specific people or ideas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elections must be free and conducted fairly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Giving a reward for someone to act unethically (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forcing someone to act against their will (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide citizens with different options to vote for (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Laws are rules made and enforced by the government to maintain fairness and safety.

Various government institutions like the police and courts enforce laws.

Breaking a law can lead to penalties like fines or jail time.

Laws apply to places like shopping centers, parking lots, airports, and roads.

Examples include 'don't steal', 'park correctly', 'no weapons on planes', and 'stop at red lights'.

Rules are guidelines that groups of people create to ensure fairness and safety in a given place.

Rules are important in schools, homes, libraries and during sports matches.

Breaking a rule may lead to minor or short-term consequences.

It is an example of a rule that protects skin health.

The rules in AFL prevent dangerous tackles.

A person who is a member of a country with specific rights due to birth or choice.

A system where citizens have a voice and can influence the government, often through voting and participation.

Citizen participation strengthens a democracy by ensuring everyone's voices are heard and considered.

Australian democracy emphasizes free and fair elections, human rights protection, equal laws, and citizen participation.

By voting, running for office, participating in protests, and engaging in community life.

When everyone in a group directly votes on decisions, like a class deciding on a reward.

A system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them in government.

Citizens vote in elections to select individuals who will represent their interests in governing the country.

Direct democracy involves everyone voting on decisions, while representative democracy allows elected representatives to decide.

Voting for a class reward or deciding on a project together are examples of direct democracy.

A system of government where people have the right to choose their leaders and participate in decision-making.

In a democracy, people give permission for their government to rule over them, rather than being forced to obey.

Oppression is unjust or cruel use of authority, while democracy is about fair and equal treatment.

A key feature of democracy, allowing people to choose their leaders through open and unbiased elections.

A direct vote by citizens on a specific law or issue.

A country known for its direct democracy system.

Allows for citizen participation and potentially leads to more responsive government.

A group of people organized to pursue shared political goals and influence government decisions.

Offering a reward (usually money) to influence someone's actions, often illegally.

Forcing someone to do something against their will.