Practice What Are Elections? (3.1) - Political Parties & Elections - IB MYP Grade 10 Individuals & Societies

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Question 1.
What is the purpose of an election?
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Think about how citizens influence their government.
Question 2.
Name one characteristic of a free and fair election.
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Consider who should be allowed to vote.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of elections?
- To choose a leader
- To pass laws
- To conduct debates
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Think about the main function of voting.
4Question 4.
True or False: The election process includes only voting and counting votes.
- True
- False
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Remember the full sequence of the election process.
Question 5.
Write a detailed essay discussing how free and fair elections contribute to a functioning democracy and the societal impacts when they are not upheld.
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Consider historical examples and current events where elections led to different social outcomes.
Question 6.
Design a proposal for a new Election Commission in a hypothetical country, outlining its main functions and how it would ensure elections are free and fair.
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Think critically about what checks and balances need to be in place.

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