Question 1: What are the two main parts of the UK Parliament called?

Answer: The House of Commons and the House of Lords.

Question 2: Describe the main role of Members of Parliament (MPs) in the UK.

Answer: MPs represent their constituents in Parliament, debate laws, and vote on bills.

Question 3: Explain what a 'bill' is in the context of UK Parliament.

Answer: A bill is a proposal for a new law or a change to an existing law that is debated and voted on in Parliament.

Question 4: Sketch a simple diagram showing the relationship between the House of Commons, the House of Lords, and the Monarch in the legislative process. Label each part clearly.

Answer: A diagram with three boxes: one labelled 'House of Commons,' one 'House of Lords,' and one 'Monarch.' Arrows showing the process: a bill is introduced in the House of Commons, then debated and amended; it goes to the House of Lords for further review; and finally, the Monarch gives Royal Assent to make it law.

Question 5: What is the main difference between the House of Commons and the House of Lords?

Answer: Members of the House of Commons are elected by the public, while members of the House of Lords are not elected and often appointed.

Question 6: Why is Parliament considered a key part of the UK’s democracy?

Answer: Because it allows elected representatives to make laws, debate issues, and hold the government accountable, giving citizens a voice in decisions.

Question 7: Draw a simple flowchart showing how a bill becomes law in the UK Parliament.

Answer: A flowchart starting with 'Proposal of Bill,' then 'Debate and Amendments in House of Commons,' followed by 'Vote,' then 'Senate (Lords) Review,' followed by 'Royal Assent,' ending with 'Law.'

Question 8: Name one way in which the UK Parliament can check or limit the power of the Prime Minister.

Answer: Parliament can scrutinise the Prime Minister's decisions through questions, debates, and votes of no confidence.

Question 9: Identify and explain one way citizens can participate in influencing Parliament’s decisions.

Answer: Citizens can contact their MPs to express their opinions, sign petitions, or participate in protests to influence laws and policies.

Question 10: In your own words, describe what happens during a debate in Parliament.

Answer: Members discuss and argue about a proposed law or issue, sharing different opinions before voting on it.

Question 11: Sketch a scene showing MPs sitting in the House of Commons during a debate. Include desks, a speaker’s chair, and some MPs raising their hands.

Answer: A large rectangular chamber with rows of desks facing a central speaker’s chair, with several MPs raising their hands, and a speaker at the front.