AQA A Level · Politics 7152

Democracy and participation: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 4 written questions with worked solutions. All on Democracy and participation.

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Question 1

1 mark

In the classification of pressure groups, what is the defining characteristic of an outsider group?

Question 2

1 mark

In the study of UK politics, which of the following best describes the primary function of think tanks within the political process?

Question 3

1 mark

In the study of UK politics, which theory of representation suggests that an MP should use their own judgment and conscience to act in the best interests of their constituents, rather than simply following the specific instructions of those who elected them?

Question 4

1 mark

Which electoral system is used for elections to the Northern Ireland Assembly to ensure proportional representation across the community divide?

Question 5

1 mark

Which of the following describes the role of Short Money within the UK political system?

Question 6

2 marks

In the study of UK politics, which term describes pressure groups that do not have a consultative relationship with the government and must therefore use strategies like civil disobedience or mass media campaigns to exert influence?

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Question 7

3 marks

Briefly explain how partisan dealignment in the UK since the 1970s has affected the traditional two-party dominance of the Westminster model.

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Question 8

4 marks

Pressure groups are essential components of a pluralist democracy, representing various interests to the government. They are typically divided into two main categories based on their relationship with decision-makers.

a) Define the term insider pressure group. (1 point)
b) Define the term outsider pressure group. (1 point)
c) Name one specific example of a well-known insider pressure group in the UK. (1 point)
d) Name one specific example of a well-known outsider pressure group in the UK. (1 point)

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Question 9

5 marks

UK Political Parties and Systems

The UK has traditionally been seen as a two-party system, but this has been challenged in recent decades.

a) Identify and explain two factors that have influenced the development towards a multi-party system in the UK. (3 points)
b) Briefly evaluate the impact of minor parties on the political agenda of the major Conservative and Labour parties. (2 points)

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