What makes a “social democracy” different from a “liberal democracy?” Please discuss the main characteristics of both, illustrating your answer with examples of countries that can be classified within each of the two categories.
What will be an ideal response?
Students should mention the eight main characteristics of liberal democracies, and then move on to explain that social democracies place great importance in social rights and tend to allow more regulation/control over the economy. The answer should include at least one example of a liberal democracy and of a social democracy.
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The European Union is comprised of a. 28 states in western and eastern Europe
b. 27 European states and Turkey. c. 28 states in western Europe. d. all of the states in Europe. e. 25 European states, Turkey, Canada and Australia.
Article I designates that "the executive power shall be vested in a president of the United States of America."
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why did the League of Nations fail?
What will be an ideal response?
When a new ordinance violates existing laws, citizens can address the issue through ________
a. policy making b. litigation c. grassroots activities d. police intervention