Democracy in School

11 Grade 4 Social Studies questions on Democracy in School, with worked marking schemes. 11 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   During a class election, each learner is allowed to cast only one vote in secret. This shows that the election is:

   A. Unfair

   B. Free and fair

   C. Rigged

   D. Forced

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2. Question 2

   2 marks

   Explain the meaning of democracy as practised in school.

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A candidate promises pupils sweets so that they vote for him. This wrong practice during an election is called:

   A. Voting

   B. Campaigning

   C. Nomination

   D. Bribery

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   When learners choose their class prefect by voting, they are practising:

   A. Bribery

   B. Democracy

   C. Corruption

   D. Dictatorship

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Which of the following best shows democracy at work in a school?

   A. Learners electing their student council

   B. One pupil deciding everything alone

   C. Choosing leaders by their height

   D. Picking leaders through bribery

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   In a democratic school election, the pupil who becomes the leader is the one who:

   A. Is the richest

   B. Gets the most votes

   C. Shouts the loudest

   D. Is the tallest

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7. Question 7

   4 marks

   Describe the steps followed when learners elect their class leaders through a school election.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any four ordered steps, 1 mark each: candidates are nominated/put themselves forward; candidates campaign and tell learners their plans; learners vote (secret ballot); votes are counted; the winner (most votes) is announced and takes office. Total 4 marks.

8. Question 8

   4 marks

   A pupil argues that the class monitor should be picked by the teacher alone, while another says learners should vote. Give two advantages of letting learners vote for their monitor.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any two, 2 marks each: learners choose a person they trust (1) so they cooperate with the leader (1); it is fair and involves everyone (1) making all feel included (1); it teaches democracy/responsibility (1) preparing them for future citizenship (1). Accept reasonable points.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Before voting, candidates for the student council are allowed to tell learners their plans. This activity is called:

   A. Campaigning

   B. Swearing in

   C. Counting

   D. Voting

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Which of the following is a benefit of practising democracy in school?

    A. Nobody is allowed to give opinions

    B. Learners choose leaders they trust

    C. Leaders are picked by force

    D. A few pupils force their wishes on others

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11. Question 11

    2 marks

    State two reasons why learners should elect their leaders democratically.

    (2 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Any two, 1 mark each: learners get leaders they trust/choose; it is fair to all; it promotes peace and order; it teaches responsibility and good leadership; everyone's voice is heard. Accept any two correct reasons.

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