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Life in modern Britain

4 dot points across 4 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

What makes the UK a diverse, multi-identity society?

The diverse nature of UK society, the multiple identities people hold, the contribution of migration to the UK, and the meaning of community cohesion and mutual understanding.
A focused answer for AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies on identity and diversity in the UK, covering multiple identities, the diverse and multicultural nature of society, the contribution of migration, and what community cohesion means.
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What principles and values hold a diverse modern society together?

The values that underpin British society, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance, and how these shared values support life in a diverse community.
A focused answer for AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies on the principles and values that underpin life in modern Britain, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance, and why shared values matter in a diverse society.
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What is the role of a free press in a democracy?

The role of the media and a free press in informing the public and holding power to account, the right to a private and family life, press regulation, and how the media can shape public opinion.
A focused answer for AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies on the role of the media and a free press, including holding power to account, the tension between press freedom and the right to privacy, press regulation, and how the media shapes public opinion.
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How does the UK work with other countries to solve shared problems?

The UK's role in key international organisations, including the United Nations, NATO, the Commonwealth, the Council of Europe and the World Trade Organization, and how membership shapes the UK's place in the wider world.
A focused answer for AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies on the UK's role in international organisations, including the United Nations, NATO, the Commonwealth and the Council of Europe, what each body does and how membership shapes the UK's place in the world.
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