1. Unit 1 including Current Events Democracy Four Pillars Definitions

2. TRUE or FALSE? Canada is a Democracy

3. TRUE or FALSE? Cuba is also a democracy

4. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a Democracy Voting in Elections Citizen Participation Equality Majority Rule The Leader makes all the decisions

5. The four pillars (principals) of Democracy are….

6. What is the difference between a Direct Democracy and a Representative Democracy? In a Direct Democracy everyone participates in the decision making process directly, whereas in a Representative Democracy groups will elect a representative to go forward and act for the entire group

7. TRUE or FALSE? A Federal Government is the government elected in cities, towns, villages, reserves, and other local areas across Canada

8. Which of the following is not an action to solve an issue in a democracy Hand out flyers Give a speech Hold a rally Create a petition Bribe or buy the decision you want

9. Is Canada a Direct or Representative Democracy – Defend your answer Canadian Governments are an example of a representative democracy because we elect MPs, MLAs, Councilors, Mayors etc. to represent us. We do directly participate every time we have to opportunity to vote or participate in a small group where each person gets a vote.

10. Values Majority Rule Compromise Justice Freedoms People have the right to thik and speak as they wish To decide on a settlement that satisfies all parties Principles about how people should act Decisions are determined by 51% or more of a vote Fair treatment of Individuals and groups Match the term to the correct Meaning