Foundations of American Government
What is a direct democracy ?
A direct democracy is where the will of people is translated into public policy directly.
What is a representative democracy?
A representative democracy has representatives chosen through elections.
What is a republic ?
A republic has sovereign power held by those who are eligible to vote, while political power is exercised by the representatives chosen by the citizens.
A republic has sovereign power held by those who are eligible to vote, while political power is exercised by the representatives chosen by the citizens.
A republic has sovereign power held by those who are eligible to vote, while political power is exercised by the representatives chosen by the citizens.
What is another name for the Magna Carta?
The Great Charter.
Who was the Petition of right signed by?
King Charles.