Prime Minister Q2

What is required for the UK Prime Minister to call early elections under the Fixed-term Parliaments Act?

• A simple majority in Parliament

• A two-thirds parliamentary supermajority

• Approval by the monarch

• Support from the House of Lords

What happens if a UK government loses a legislative vote of no confidence?

• The Prime Minister must resign immediately.

• A new election is automatically triggered.

• The cabinet must resign, or new elections must be called within two weeks.

• The monarch appoints a new government.

Which UK Prime Minister used a no-confidence vote to rally support for military action in Iraq?

• Theresa May

• Boris Johnson

• Tony Blair

• Margaret Thatcher

What was one of Margaret Thatcher's controversial domestic policies?

• Nationalization of key industries

• Introduction of the poll tax

• Increasing trade union powers

• Expanding public housing

What characteristic is common among most British Prime Ministers?

• Minimal experience in the House of Commons

• A strong oratorical skillset

• Outsider status in political parties

• Avoiding coalition governments

What is a key responsibility of the UK Prime Minister during their term?

• Selecting Members of Parliament (MPs)

• Appointing members of the House of Lords

• Leading weekly televised question periods in the House of Commons

• Approving all legislation directly

How often are UK Members of Parliament (MPs) elected under the Fixed-term Parliaments Act of 2011?

• Every three years

• Every four years

• Every five years

• Every six years

Which of the following leaders shifted the Labour Party toward embracing free-market policies?

• Theresa May

• Tony Blair

• John Major

• Margaret Thatcher

What nickname was Margaret Thatcher commonly known by due to her firm policies?

• The Steel Lady

• The Iron Lady

• The Golden Leader

• The People's Prime Minister

What is one factor that makes it difficult for political outsiders to become UK Prime Minister?

• Lack of support from the monarch

• Strong reliance on coalitions

• The need to rise through party ranks

• Direct opposition from the House of Lords