Life in the UK - UK democracy, constitution & government

In 1999, what happened to hereditary peers in the House of Lords?

• Their numbers were greatly increased

• Their salaries were stopped

• Women were allowed to inherit their titles

• They lost their automatic right to attend the House of Lords

Which TWO are political parties in the UK?

• Office Party

• Modern Party

• Conservative Party

• Labour Party

How often does Prime Minister's Questions occur when Parliament is sitting?

• Every day

• Twice a week

• Once a week

• Once a month

Which TWO of the following do pressure and lobby groups do?

• Organise violent protests

• Influence government policy

• Assist MPs in their constituency work

• Represent the views of British businesses

What important change to our voting rights took place in 1969?

• Women over 35 were given the vote

• Prisoners were given the vote

• The voting age was reduced to 18 for men and women

• Compulsory voting was introduced

How are local councils funded?

• Throught money raised from local fundraising events

• Through donations from local people

• From central goernment and local taxes

• From local business

Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

The Scottish Parliament can pass legislation for Scotland on all matters.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In 1999 which TWO new national bodies were established?

• House of Lords

• Welsh Assembly

• Scottish Parliament

• English Parliament

Which TWO chambers form the UK Parliament?

• The House of Fraser

• The House of Lords

• The House of Commons

• House of Representatives

When is a by-election for a parliamentary seat held?

• Half-way throught a parliamentary term

• Every two years

• When a member of Parliament (MP) dies or resigns

• When the Prime Minister decides to call one