How can we improve democracy in the UK?

In this lesson we will explore the different ways in which democracy could be improved within the UK. We will analyse the debate around allowing 16 year olds to vote.

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Q1.What are the three types of media:

New media, print and broadcast. Judiciary, executive and the legislature Tabloid and broadsheet

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Q2.What does media freedom mean?

Freedom of the media is the principle that the media must be restricted at all times. Freedom of the media is the principle that all forms of communication and expression should be considered a right to be exercised freely. Freedom of the media means to allow everyone access to free magazines.

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Q3.In a democracy, the media's role is to hold government to account.

True False

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Q4.Another role of the media is to:

Represent the views of the public. Represent information that is not true. Represent the different views of the journalist.

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Q5.How is the media controlled?

Through regulation, censorship and laws. Through government interference. Through the public boycotting different media sources.

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Q6.Why is the media important in a democracy?

because the media can support the government so that it is strong and stable. because the media can hold the government to account and represent views of the public to influence new laws. because the media can ensure that actions of the government are kept secret.

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Q1.What are the three types of media:

New media, print and broadcast. Judiciary, executive and the legislature Tabloid and broadsheet

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Q2.What does media freedom mean?

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Q3.In a democracy, the media's role is to hold government to account.

True False

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Q4.Another role of the media is to:

Represent the views of the public. Represent information that is not true. Represent the different views of the journalist.

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Q5.How is the media controlled?

Through regulation, censorship and laws. Through government interference. Through the public boycotting different media sources.

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Q6.Why is the media important in a democracy?

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- How can we improve democracy in the UK?

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Q1.What are the different ways of improving democracy?

Increase representation, participation and reform our electoral /voting system Only increase the use of referendums Introduce limits on voting.

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Q2.Which out of the four nations have not lowered the voting age?

England and Scotland Wales and Scotland England and Northern Ireland

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Q3.Which statement supports lowering the voting age?

Young voters are less likely to vote and this will result in a decline in turnout. Politicians would be more likely to act on issues affecting young people if they could vote. 16-17 year olds are not mature enough to vote.

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Q4.Which statement suggests the voting age should NOT be lowered?

Voting at 16 would match other aspects of citizenship available at that age e.g joining the army. Young people may well have a better knowledge of issues than some older people. Parents, teachers or college lecturers may easily influence 16-17 year olds to vote a certain way.

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Q5.Why might lowering the voting age help improve democracy?

It will increase public participation and provide political power for young people. It will lower the age at which you can become an MP It will protect human rights.

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- How can we improve democracy in the UK?

Citizenship

Question 1

Question 2

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Question 5

Q1.What are the different ways of improving democracy?

Increase representation, participation and reform our electoral /voting system Only increase the use of referendums Introduce limits on voting.

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Q2.Which out of the four nations have not lowered the voting age?

England and Scotland Wales and Scotland England and Northern Ireland

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Q3.Which statement supports lowering the voting age?

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Q4.Which statement suggests the voting age should NOT be lowered?

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Q5.Why might lowering the voting age help improve democracy?

It will increase public participation and provide political power for young people. It will lower the age at which you can become an MP It will protect human rights.

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