Understanding the British Political System

What is the primary function of the UK Parliament?

• To make and pass laws.

• To conduct all judicial proceedings in the UK.

• To manage the UK's foreign relations exclusively.

• To oversee the Prime Minister's daily activities.

Name the two houses of the UK Parliament.

• House of Representatives

• House of Commons, House of Lords

• Senate

• House of Delegates

Which political party is traditionally associated with the left in the UK?

• Liberal Democrats

• Labour Party

• Conservative Party

• UK Independence Party

What is the role of the Prime Minister in the UK?

• The Prime Minister is responsible for the UK's military operations.

• The Prime Minister serves as the head of the judiciary in the UK.

• The Prime Minister is primarily focused on local government issues.

• The Prime Minister leads the UK government and is responsible for making policy decisions and representing the country.

How often are general elections held in the UK?

• Every six years

• Every four years

• Every two years

• Every five years

What is the significance of the Fixed-term Parliaments Act 2011?

• It mandates a two-year term for MPs.

• It allows for early elections at any time.

• It established fixed five-year intervals for UK general elections.

• It eliminates the role of the Prime Minister in calling elections.

Which party is known for its emphasis on social democracy?

• Green Party

• Liberal Party

• Social Democratic Party

• Conservative Party

What is the purpose of the House of Lords?

• To represent the interests of the monarchy in Parliament.

• To elect members of the UK Parliament.

• To review legislation and provide expertise in the UK Parliament.

• To serve as a judicial body for criminal cases.

How does the First Past the Post electoral system work?

• Votes are counted proportionally to the population of the constituency.

• In FPTP, the candidate with the most votes in a constituency wins.

• The candidate with the least votes in a constituency wins.

• All candidates must receive at least 50% of the votes to win.

What is the role of the monarch in the UK political system?

• The monarch has the power to make laws and govern the country.

• The monarch serves as the ceremonial head of state with a largely symbolic role in the UK political system.

• The monarch directly influences the daily operations of Parliament.

• The monarch is the head of the government and political parties.