Democracy means "rule by the people"
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What does democracy mean?
Rule by the military
Rule by the people
Rule by the king
Rule by the church
Explanation
Democracy literally means "rule by the people." It comes from the Greek language. In the UK, citizens vote for their representatives in elections. The other options describe different systems: military rule (autocracy), rule by a king (absolute monarchy), and rule by a church (theocracy).
How do citizens participate in democracy in the UK?
By paying taxes
By voting in elections
By serving in the military
By attending court
Explanation
In a democracy, citizens participate primarily by voting in elections to choose their representatives. While paying taxes and attending court are responsibilities, they are not the primary mechanism of democratic participation. Military service is not compulsory in the UK.
TRUE or FALSE: The word "democracy" comes from the Greek language and means "rule by the people."
True
False
Explanation
This is true. "Democracy" comes from the Greek words "demos" (people) and "kratos" (power or rule), meaning "rule by the people."
Which of the following best describes how the UK government is held accountable in a democracy?
The monarch can dismiss the government at any time
Citizens can vote for a different party at the next election
The military can remove the government if it performs badly
International organisations decide if the government stays in power
Explanation
In a democracy, the government is accountable to the people through elections. If citizens are unhappy, they can vote for a different party. The monarch (A) does not have the power to dismiss an elected government in practice. Military intervention (C) and external control (D) are not features of UK democracy.