1.4 - Global Governments

How are changes to the United Kingdom's constitution proposed?

• By the monarch alone

• By the House of Commons, the House of Lords, or the government

• By a referendum only

• By the Supreme Court

Who becomes the Prime Minister in the United Kingdom?

• The monarch appoints the Prime Minister directly.

• The leader of the majority party or coalition in the House of Commons

• The elected President of the United Kingdom

• The head of the House of Lords

What type of legal system does Japan have?

• Common Law

• Civil Law

• Religious Law

• Customary Law

How are members of Japan's House of Representatives elected?

• All are elected by proportional representation

• • All are appointed by the monarch

• A combination of single-seat districts and proportional representation

• By the Prime Minister

What is unique about the National Assembly in Cuba?

• It is a bicameral legislature.

• Members are directly elected by absolute majority vote from a slate of approved candidates.

• It is appointed by the President.

• It does not have any legislative powers.

Who appoints the members of the Council of Ministers in Cuba?

• The National Assembly

• The President

• The Communist Party

• The Prime Minister

What is the basis of Saudi Arabia's legal system?

• Common Law

• Civil Law

• Islamic (Sharia) Law

• Socialist Law

How are members of Saudi Arabia's Consultative Council chosen?

• By popular vote

• Appointed by the monarch

• Elected by the royal family

• Selected by the Prime Minister

What system does Mexico's legal framework follow?

• Common Law

• Islamic Law

• Civil Law with US Constitutional Influence

• Customary Law

How long is the term for a Mexican President?

• 4 Years

• 5 Years

• 6 Years

• 8 Years