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 _________ important bodies to discuss possible laws.

The chairman, or leader, of the House of Assembly is called the _________________ 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.