Great Britain and Russia Governments

Who appoints the Prime Minister in Russia?

• The Parliament

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The public through direct elections

Which of the following best describes the elections in Russia?

• Free and fair with multiple opposition parties

• Often manipulated with reports of voter intimidation

• Conducted entirely online

• Held every two years

Who is the head of government in Great Britain?

• The Monarch

• The Prime Minister

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chancellor

What is a significant feature of Russia's judiciary system?

• Completely independent from the executive branch

• Often under the influence of the executive, particularly the President

• Elected by the public

• Primarily ceremonial

What is the role of the monarch in Great Britain's political structure?

• Head of government

• Ceremonial head of state

• Leader of the House of Commons

• Chief Justice

What is a key characteristic of Russia's political system under Vladimir Putin?

• Decentralized power structure

• Strong checks and balances

• Centralized and autocratic system

• Direct democracy

What is the primary function of the House of Lords in the UK?

• To propose new laws

• To review legislation passed by the House of Commons

• To control public spending

• To elect the Prime Minister

How is the Prime Minister of the UK chosen?

• Appointed by the monarch

• Elected by the public directly

• Leader of the political party with the most seats in the House of Commons

• Selected by the House of Lords

What ensures a balance of power in the UK political system?

• The monarch's absolute authority

• The separation of powers between the monarch, Prime Minister, and Parliament

• The Prime Minister's control over all branches

• The House of Lords' veto power

What is the primary role of the President in Russia's political structure?

• Ceremonial head of state

• Holds vast powers including control over military and foreign policy

• Head of the legislative branch

• Leader of the opposition