How Japan's Election Works

How Japan's Election Works

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the political landscape in Japan, focusing on Prime Minister Shinzo Abbe's need for a 2/3 majority in Parliament to pass new legislation. It explains the election process, where voters cast two ballots: one for individual candidates and another for parties. Public opinions vary, with some expressing disappointment in Abbe's achievements, while others support his progress and vision for Japan. The video concludes with the process of selecting the Prime Minister after the election.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What majority does Minister Shinzo Abe need to pass new legislation?

Simple majority

2/3 majority

3/4 majority

Unanimous decision

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many seats are required for Abe to have enough support for his policies?

317 seats

295 seats

180 seats

250 seats

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are the seats in Parliament allocated during the election?

Some seats are for individual candidates, others for party votes

All seats are chosen by individual candidates

Seats are allocated randomly

All seats are chosen by party votes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total number of seats allocated based on party votes?

295 seats

317 seats

150 seats

180 seats

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the time frame for the two Houses of Parliament to choose the Prime Minister after the election?

7 days

15 days

10 days

5 days