The Meaning of Democracy (Junior Cert CSPE): Quizzes
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What do the Greek words 'demos' and 'kratos' combine to mean?
What do the Greek words 'demos' and 'kratos' combine to mean?
Rule by the people
What type of democracy does Ireland have?
What type of democracy does Ireland have?
Parliamentary democracy
Which Act requires Irish schools to promote student councils?
Which Act requires Irish schools to promote student councils?
Education Act 1998
How many local authorities does Ireland have?
How many local authorities does Ireland have?
31
What are the two houses of the Oireachtas called?
What are the two houses of the Oireachtas called?
Dáil Éireann and Seanad Éireann
In which year was Bunreacht na hÉireann (the Irish Constitution) established?
In which year was Bunreacht na hÉireann (the Irish Constitution) established?
1937
How many MEPs represent Ireland in the European Parliament?
How many MEPs represent Ireland in the European Parliament?
13
What is the role of the Taoiseach?
What is the role of the Taoiseach?
Head of government (Prime Minister)
Which is a key strength of democracy?
Which is a key strength of democracy?
Allows peaceful change of government
Which is a weakness of democratic systems?
Which is a weakness of democratic systems?
Politicians may focus on short-term goals