📚 Part 1: Quick Questions

WALT: We are learning to understand what democracy means.

Success criteria: I can define democracy, name key features, and give an Australian example.

1. What is democracy?

A system where people rule or have a say in decisions

A system where one person makes all decisions

A military government

A group of elders only make laws

2. Which is a key feature of Australia's democracy?

Voting in elections

The King chooses the government

No freedom of speech

Only one political party

3. The Australian Constitution helped to set up the country's:

Parliament and system of government

Local school rules only

Sports team rules

Shop opening hours

4. Check all that apply: Which of the following are freedoms supported in a democracy?

Freedom of speech

Freedom of movement

The right to vote

Freedom to ignore laws

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Matching

5. Define democracy in your own words (one or two sentences):

6. Name and briefly explain three key features of democracy (use short phrases):

7. Match the feature on the left with the best example on the right. Draw a line between matching items.

1. Voting

2. Representation

3. Rule of law

4. Freedom of speech

A. A student vote to choose a class captain

B. A Member of Parliament speaking for their community

C. Laws apply to everyone, including leaders

D. People can speak at a peaceful rally

🧠 Part 3: Activity & Reflection

8. Role-play reflection: In your group activity, how did your group use democracy? Use the sentence starters if you need them: "We discussed..., We voted on..., The majority decided..."

9. Exit ticket: Draw or write one thing you learned today about democracy.

Differentiation note: You may answer verbally, use drawings, or write short phrases. Ask for sentence starters or one-on-one support if needed. A dyslexia-friendly version of this worksheet is available.