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Rise of Rome

Question 21 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-M/J World History Sem 2-CR

What is the main difference between direct and representative democracy?

Answer
A
whether there is a legislative body to pass laws
B
whether the government is run by the people
C
how citizens are represented in government
D
how noncitizens participate in government

Explanation

In a direct democracy, citizens vote on laws and government decisions themselves. In a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make those decisions for them. The main difference is how citizens are represented in government, so choice C is correct.

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