2011 Y6 Term 1 Essay Test on Politics

Instructions: Do research and prepare essay outlines (max. one page per
outline). 6 out of the 12 questions will be set as a class test. Bring your
outlines to class and write an essay. You may refer to your outlines, but not the
research, in class.

1. How far can an individual be held responsible for crimes against humanity?
(Cam. 10)

2. How far should religion influence political decisions? (Cam. 09)

3. How far should a state have a right to monitor the actions of people within
its borders? (Cam. 07)

4. “The world would be a better place if more politicians were female.” Do you
agree? (Cam. 06)

5. “A benevolent dictatorship is the most effective form of government.” How

far would you agree? (Cam. 99)

6. Is personal morality the concern of the State? (Cam. 96)

7. Is equality for all a realistic and desirable aim within a society? (Cam. 94)

8. “Democracy does not guarantee a good life for all.” Discuss. (RJC JC2 CT
04)

9. Are high salaries for government officials ever justifiable? (RJC JC2 CT2
07)

10. How far should a government go in its counter-terrorism efforts? (RJC

Promo 06)

11. “The Internet is the best thing that has happened to democracy in recent
years.” Discuss. (RJC JC2 CT2 07)

12. “Governments should pay attention to what art and artists have to say.”
Discuss. (RJC JC1 CT ’06)