The Legislature: House of Assembly

What is another name for the House of Assembly?

• Upper House of Parliament

• Lower House of Parliament

• House of second thoughts

How many Members of Parliament are there in the House of Assembly?

• 39

• 42

• 46

What is the name of the person who is in charge of the sittings?

• Clerk

• Speaker

• Sergeant-at-Arms

What is the job description of the Sergeant-at-Arms?

• Secretary

• Teacher

• Police officer

What is symbolic of the Speaker's authority in the House of Assembly?

• The Mace

• The Bills

• The constitution

Who assist the Speaker with discipline in the House of Assembly?

• Sergeant-at-Arms

• Clerk

• Prime Minister

What is the name of the first Speaker of the House of Assembly?

• Hon. Halson Moultire

• Hon. John Colebrooke

• Hon. Kendel Major

When was Representative Government started in The Bahamas?

• 1492

• 1648

• 1729

How do candidates become Members of Parliament?

• They inherit the office

• They are appointed to office

• They are voted in office

How old must one be to become a Member of Parliament?

• 18 years

• 21 years

• 30 years