STRUCTURE OF GOVERNMENT

How many branches of government are there in Trinidad and Tobago?

• 4
• 3
• 6
• 5

Name the TWO missing arms of government required to complete the diagram above.

• Executive, Judiciary
• Regulatory, Legislative

• Administrative, Legislative

• Legislative, Judiciary

Which of the following statement is true with regards to the Structure of Government in Trinidad and Tobago

• The function of the executive is to interpret and administer the laws of the country

• The legislature passes laws and examines the policies of the government

• The Judiciary opposes government's policies and present alternative policies

• the executive has to get the Monarch's approval for its policies

I am a Minister responsible for educating and developing the children of the nation. I also design and develop the nation's quality education system. Which arm of government does the Minister belong

• Legislative
• Judicial
• Executive
• Military

One of the lowest courts of the Judiciary is the

• Assize Court

• Magistrates' Court

• Tax Appeal Court

• Privy Council

Which term illustrated in the diagram above is associated with the structure and function of government?

• Separation of powers

• Separation of Parliament

• Separation of church and state

• Separation of cabinet

Which of the following BEST represents 'separation of power'

• Combination of powers
• Centralized power
• Equal distribution of power
• System of checks and balances

A member of the ruling party has an idea about a serious matter that concerns the public as a whole. What is the next stage in the process to create a law?

• Propose a bill in the legislative body
• Implement the idea without further steps
• Hold a public referendum
• Consult with international organizations

Which of the following outlines the order through which a bill proceeds to become a law in most Caribbean countries?

• Governor General/President-Upper House-Lower House

• Lower House-Upper House-Governor General/President

• Upper House-Governor General/President-Lower House

• Lower house-Governor General/President-Upper House

What is one of the main reasons for debating a Bill in Parliament before it becomes a Law?

• It allows for discussions on matters that impact foreign citizens

• It provides representatives the chance to advocate for their personal concerns

• It helps in identifying any flaws or unintended consequences

• None of the above