Understanding Democratic Systems: Presidential vs. Parliamentary

The video explains the differences between the US presidential and UK parliamentary systems. It covers the electoral processes, roles of the president and prime minister, legislative and judicial branches, and mechanisms for checks and balances. The video also highlights the global influence of these systems.

What are the two main systems of democratic government discussed in the video?

• Presidential and Parliamentary

• Monarchical and Dictatorial

• Federal and Unitary

• Communist and Socialist

How is the President of the United States elected?

• By the Congress

• By the Supreme Court

• By a direct nationwide vote

• Through the electoral college system

What is the term limit for a U.S. President?

• Two four-year terms

• Three four-year terms

• Unlimited terms

• One six-year term

In the UK, who becomes the Prime Minister?

• The Speaker of the House of Lords

• The leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons

• The monarch

• The leader of the opposition

How are members of the UK House of Lords selected?

• Elected by the public

• Elected by the House of Commons

• Nominated by the Prime Minister

• Appointed by the Queen

What is the role of the U.S. Supreme Court?

• To create laws

• To elect the President

• To confirm presidential appointments

• To decide if laws are constitutional

Who is the official head of state in the UK?

• The Monarch

• The Speaker of the House

• The Prime Minister

• The President

What is the process called when a U.S. President is charged with misconduct?

• Recall

• Resignation

• Impeachment

• Censure

How often does the UK Prime Minister answer questions from Parliament?

• Weekly

• Annually

• Daily

• Monthly

What happens if the UK Prime Minister loses a no-confidence vote?

• The House of Lords takes over

• A general election is called

• They remain in office

• The monarch appoints a new Prime Minister