Quiz on the Parliament of the United Kingdom

What is the supreme legislative body of the United Kingdom?

• House of Lords

• House of Commons

• Monarch

• Parliament of the United Kingdom

Which chamber of Parliament is known as the elected lower chamber?

• House of Lords

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• House of Commons

What is the maximum duration of a Parliament as established by the Parliament Act 1911?

• 3 years

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 10 years

Who is the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom as of July 2024?

• Rishi Sunak

• Liz Truss

• Boris Johnson

• Sir Keir Starmer

What is the role of the Monarch in the legislative process?

• Grant royal assent

• Debate bills

• Veto bills

• Propose legislation

What is the primary function of the House of Commons?

• Advisory functions

• Legislative functions

• Judicial functions

• Ceremonial functions

What is the term used for the annual event marking the commencement of a session of Parliament?

• State Opening of Parliament

• Parliamentary Session Start

• Royal Proclamation

• Legislative Assembly

What is the primary responsibility of the House of Lords?

• Reviewing legislation

• Electing the Prime Minister

• Representing the public

• Legislating

What is the primary function of the Speaker of the House of Commons?

• To vote on legislation

• To represent the government

• To propose new laws

• To maintain order during debates

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

• To lead the opposition

• To draft legislation

• To represent the monarchy

• To oversee the Cabinet and government policy