Democracy and Government – Voting Systems, Parliament, Law

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Democracy and Government – Voting Systems, Parliament, Law

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Democracy and Government – Voting Systems, Parliament, Law

RE/PSHE
Instructions: Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple choice questions, circle the correct answer. For short answer questions, write your response in the space provided. True/false questions should be answered by indicating whether the statement is true or false.
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Multiple Choice Questions

Select the correct answer for each question.
1.
What is the primary purpose of a democratic government?
AA) To control all aspects of citizens' lives
BB) To represent the will of the people
CC) To maintain a monarchy
DD) To enforce laws without consent
2.
Which voting system is used in UK general elections for House of Commons?
AA) Proportional representation
BB) First past the post
CC) Single transferable vote
DD) Ranked choice voting
3.
How often are general elections held in the UK?
AA) Every year
BB) Every two years
CC) Every five years
DD) Every four years
4.
What is the role of Members of Parliament (MPs)?
AA) To create laws and represent their constituents
BB) To serve as judges in court
CC) To manage local businesses
DD) To oversee elections
5.
What is a bill?
AA) A completed law
BB) A proposal for a new law
CC) A type of vote
DD) A parliamentary debate
6.
Which chamber of Parliament is responsible for initiating most legislation?
AA) House of Lords
BB) House of Commons
CC) The Monarch
DD) The Judiciary
7.
What happens after a bill is passed by both Houses of Parliament?
AA) It becomes law after being approved by the Monarch
BB) It is automatically enforced
CC) It is published in the news
DD) It is sent to the public for voting
8.
What is the significance of the Magna Carta?
AA) It established the UK Parliament
BB) It limited the power of the monarchy
CC) It ended World War I
DD) It introduced the voting system
9.
Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed by law in a democracy?
AA) Freedom of speech
BB) Right to a fair trial
CC) Right to vote
DD) Right to unlimited wealth
10.
What is the purpose of local government?
AA) To govern the nation
BB) To manage local services and regulations
CC) To control the military
DD) To oversee international relations
B

True/False Questions

Circle True or False for each statement.
1.
The House of Lords can propose and amend legislation.
2.
Citizens have the right to vote in elections at the age of 16 in the UK.
3.
All laws in a democracy must be passed by a majority vote in Parliament.
C

Short Answer Questions

Answer each question in the space provided.
1.
Describe the process by which a bill becomes law in the UK.
2.
What is the role of the Prime Minister in the UK government?
3.
Explain the term 'constituency' in the context of UK elections.
4.
What are the main functions of Parliament?
5.
What is the significance of voting in a democracy?

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4/14/2025
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