Understanding UK Democracy and Elections

What type of government does the UK have?

• Theocracy

• Dictatorship

• Monarchy

• Democracy

What does it mean to live in a democracy in the UK?

• Only one person makes all decisions

• The country is ruled by a king

• Power is in the hands of the people

• People cannot vote

What are some types of elections in the UK?

• General, Local, European

• Presidential, Senate, House

• State, Provincial, National

• Primary, Secondary, Tertiary

How often do general elections take place in the UK?

• Once every 10 years

• Every year

• Once every 5 years

• Twice a year

What happens on polling day during a general election?

• Voters choose from a list of candidates

• People stay at home

• Only MPs vote

• Children vote

What is a manifesto?

• A book of rules for schools

• A new law passed by the government

• A type of celebration

• A declaration of policies by parties

What happens if there is a hung parliament?

• A coalition government may be formed

• The parliament is dissolved immediately

• Elections are stopped

• A king takes over

Who becomes the prime minister?

• The oldest MP

• The youngest MP

• The leader of the party with the most MPs

• Any citizen chosen randomly