Short questions about democracy to ask grade 6 learners

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Sure! Here are some short questions about democracy that you can ask sixth-grade learners:

  1. What is democracy?
  2. Why is voting important in a democracy?
  3. Can you name one right that citizens have in a democratic society?
  4. How do you think leaders are chosen in a democracy?
  5. What is the role of a constitution in a democracy?
  6. Can you explain what a representative is in a democratic government?
  7. Why is it important for citizens to participate in their government?
  8. What are some examples of democratic countries?
  9. How does a democracy protect individual freedoms?
  10. What does it mean to have free and fair elections?
  11. How can citizens make their voices heard in a democracy?
  12. What is the significance of the rule of law in a democracy?
  13. How do disagreements or debates benefit a democratic society?
  14. What do you think are some challenges that democracies face?
  15. How can young people contribute to their democracy?

Feel free to use or adapt these questions for your learners!