Understanding the UK Parliament

Understanding the UK Parliament

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explains the evolution and role of the UK Parliament, detailing its structure, functions, and the law-making process. It highlights the importance of public engagement and voting in a democracy, and how individuals can influence parliamentary decisions. The video also covers the historical context of Parliament's development and its current operations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event in 1215 marked the beginning of the process that led to the establishment of representative democracy in the UK?

The Act of Union

The English Civil War

The signing of the Magna Carta

The Glorious Revolution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the UK Parliament is responsible for proposing and debating new laws?

The House of Lords

The House of Commons

The Monarch

The Prime Minister

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for keeping order during debates in the House of Commons?

The Prime Minister

The Leader of the Opposition

The Speaker

The Monarch

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of select committees in the UK Parliament?

To scrutinize government policy

To propose new laws

To represent the Monarch

To elect the Prime Minister

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the process of turning an idea into a law in the UK?

Receiving Royal Assent

Publishing a white paper

Debating in the House of Commons

Publishing a green paper

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final step before a bill becomes law in the UK?

Approval by the Prime Minister

Royal Assent by the Monarch

Approval by the House of Commons

Approval by the House of Lords

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often do general elections typically occur in the UK?

Every 3 years

Every 6 years

Every 5 years

Every 4 years

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