Legacy B2 pt 1 Cultural & Intercultural Communication 1-2

The Palace of Westminster is often called the ..............

• Buckingham Palace

• Houses of Parliament

• League of Nations

• Commonwealth

• House of Commons

When was the House of Commons established?

• 1341

• 1295

• 650

• 775

When was the House of Lords established?

• 1341

• 775

• 1295

• 1066

What is the function of the House of Commons?

• to pass laws

• to review and amend laws

• to abolish laws

What is the function of the House of Lords?

• to pass laws

• to create legislation

• to review/amend laws

• to obstruct laws

How many members does the House of Commons have?

• 240

• 650

• 775

• 1400

How many members does the House of Lords have?

• 240

• 650

• 500

• 775

Who are the members of the House of Commons elected by?

• The British Monarch

• the public

• The National Assembly

• The House of Lords

• EU Parliament

Where does the US Congress meet?

• In Washington

• In the US Capitol

• In the White House

• The Metropolitan

• In Chicago

The US Congress is made up of an upper and lower house

• true

• false