Question

which of the following examples accurately contrasts political participation in democratic and authoritarian systems of government? (1 point)
democratic governments rarely hold elections; authoritarian governments hold regular elections.
authoritarian governments harshly punish speech that is critical of the government and its leaders; democratic governments do not.
free speech has no effect on the function of society in democratic systems; authoritarian governments limits on free speech make their societies work better.
democratic governments do not tolerate nonviolent forms of protest; authoritarian governments do.

Explanation:

• In democratic systems, there is freedom of speech, including the right to criticize the government. In authoritarian systems, such critical speech is often harshly punished.
• Democratic governments typically hold regular elections (contrary to the first option). Free speech is important for the functioning of a democratic society (contrary to the third option). Democratic governments often tolerate non - violent protests (contrary to the fourth option).

Answer:

Authoritarian governments harshly punish speech that is critical of the government and its leaders; democratic governments do not.