Presidential vs. Parliamentary Democracy

What is the primary principle on which the video suggests our government is based?

• Democracy

• Distribution of magical swords

• Divine right

• Military force

In a parliamentary system, who typically holds the executive power?

• The Monarch

• The Governor General

• The Prime Minister

• The President

What is the role of a president in a parliamentary system?

• Mostly ceremonial with reserve powers

• Head of the legislature

• Holds most of the executive powers

• Head of the judiciary

What is the main difference between a president in a presidential system and a parliamentary system?

• The president in a presidential system is ceremonial

• The president in a parliamentary system holds most powers

• The president in a presidential system holds most powers

• The president in both systems holds equal power

How can a prime minister be removed from their position?

• Judicial review

• Public referendum

• Vote of no confidence

• Impeachment process

What is the process for selecting a prime minister?

• Appointed by the Monarch

• Selected by a majority party or coalition in Parliament

• Elected by the public

• Chosen by the judiciary

How are elections scheduled in a presidential system?

• Set dates projected into the future

• By public demand

• At the whim of the Prime Minister

• By the Monarch's decision