History
•In which ancient city-state did democracy first begin?
Athens
•Which value ensures everyone is treated equally under the law?
Equality
•On which date is it observed?
September 15
•Who was the first U.S. president linked with democratic ideals?
George Washington
•What do we call the process where citizens select leaders?
Elections
What does the Greek word 'demokratia' mean?
Rule by the people
•The freedom to express opinions without fear is called?
Freedom of speech
•Which organization established this day in 2007?
United Nations
•Which Indian leader led a non-violent democratic movement?
Mahatma Gandhi
•A student council in school is an example of what?
Representation
•Which English document of 1215 limited the king’s power?
Magna Carta
•What principle divides government power into branches?
Separation of powers
•What is the main purpose of this day?
Promote and uphold democratic principles
•Who delivered 'I Have a Dream' speech?
Martin Luther King Jr.
•What right allows citizens to gather peacefully?
Right to assembly/protest
•In which century did women first gain the right to vote?
19th–20th century
•Which concept allows citizens to choose leaders through voting?
Popular sovereignty
•Which UN body passed the resolution for this day?
UN General Assembly
•Which South African leader fought apartheid and became president in 1994?
Nelson Mandela
•In a democracy, laws are made by which branch?
Legislative branch
•Which philosopher is called the Father of Democracy?
Cleisthenes
• What principle prevents one branch from being too powerful?
Checks and balances
•Name one global challenge to democracy highlighted on this day.
Corruption, inequality, etc.
•Which movement in Poland contributed to the fall of communism?
Solidarity
•What is it called when people directly vote on an issue?
Referendum