The Bahamas, An Independent Country

What is the ‘constitution’?

• A document that the queen uses to rule The Bahamas.

• A document that protects our rights and freedoms.

• A document that helps us manage our homes.

• A document that teaches us to how take over another country.

Which branch of our government makes the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judiciary

• Governor General

Which of the following are responsibilities of the Governor General? (2)

• Sign a Bill to make it an Act of Law

• Choose who will be the Prime Minister

• Arrest you for committing a crime

• Use the Royal Prerogative of Mercy

Parliament is made up of (a)   important bodies to discuss possible laws.

The chairman, or leader, of the House of Assembly is called the (a)   of the House.

Members of which body of Pareliament are elected?

• Ministries

• Senate

• House of Assembly

• None of the above

Where is the House of Assembly and the Senate located?

Do you think the structure of our government is beneficial to us as an independent country?

• Yes, it protects our rights and freedoms.

• No, we should have one leader in control.