How can we exercise democratic rights without a vote?
How can we exercise democratic rights without a vote?
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- In this lesson, we will explore some of the ways that citizens can participate in a democracy beyond voting. We will investigate local, national and international organisations that work to challenge injustice and protect political rights and freedoms. To complete the lesson, you are asked to make a pledge of something that you could do this year to make a difference in your community.
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7 Questions
Q1.
True or false, you can register to vote at 16?
False
Q2.
Which of these countries is NOT in the United Kingdom?
England
Northern Ireland
Q3.
The age group who vote the most are:
16-17
18-25
Q4.
Only in Scotland can 16-17 year olds vote in parliamentary elections
True
Q5.
Which of these is a key citizenship skill?
Being mean to kittens
Shouting loudly at anyone who will listen
Q6.
Which of these is an argument for lowering the voting age to 16?
16 year olds don’t fully understand politics
You are not legally an adult until 18, therefore you shouldn't have that responsibility
Q7.
Would you vote to lower the age of voting to 16?
Maybe
No
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Q1.
True or false, I can only use my democratic right by voting?
True
Q2.
We have the democratic right to expect:
There is only one political party to vote for.
We can have a nice walk in the park.
Q3.
Which of these is a democratic right?
The right to education
The right to life
Q4.
You can vote in all elections in the UK when you turn
16
21
Q5.
What is the name of the organisation that has members of young people who debate issues with Parliament?
Democratically elected Parliament for youth
UK Parliament
Q6.
Amnesty International campaigns for:
Animal Welfare
Health
Q7.
I will make a pledge to exercise my democratic rights and take one action this year:
Maybe
No