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Which among these statements is true with regards to the British monarchy?

As head of the monarchy, they rule the country.
They directly influence the elections, and appoints the people in the government.
A king or queen can advise, warn, and encourage the Prime Minister in his decisions.
They serve as the second government, but much higher than the Parliamentary, and their decisions are always final.

How many years do the public elect a new Member of Parliament?

4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years

If an Member of Parliament (MP) dies or resigns, in order to replace the post left by the late / resigned MP, what does the government do?

Hold another general election on that constituency.
Whoever gets the highest vote (among the losing candidates) on the previous election, gets the post.
The next MP would be decided and appointed by the remaining MPs in that constituency.
The Prime Minister appoints a new MP.

What are "The Whips"?

Enforcers among MPs responsible for the discipline of other MPs.
A branch directly under the order of the Members of the Parliament.
Security personnel by the MPs for their protection against threats.
Appointed by the Prime Minister, unknowingly to the MPs, to inspect that branch of the Parliament if they're working.

In the European parliament, how many years do the public elect a new Member of the European Parliament (MEP)?

3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years

Which among these statements is NOT true with regards to the House of Lords?

Their posts are "hereditary" meaning that their titles are inheriteIt persists until now.
They are appointed by the Prime Minister, and have a distinguished career and influence.
They are the lesser chamber between the two chambers of the Parliament.
They can be appointed by the King or Queen, on the advice of the Prime Minister.

Where does the current Prime Minister (and previously-elected Prime Ministers) reside?

Parliament Square
215 King's Road
10 Downing St.
430 "World's End"

Which among these statements is NOT true when changing an elected Prime Minister?

If the Prime Minister's party was defeated in the general election, the Prime Minister resigns.
If the Prime Minister resigns or dies.
If the Members of the Parliament, or the governing party, decides to remove him from post.
If the King or Queen decides to remove the Prime Minister.

Who among the Cabinet members are in charge of the law and order?

Chancellor of the Exchequer
Home Secretary
Lord Chancellor
Foreign Secretary

What is the name of the second largest party in the House of Commons?

The Opposition
The Whips
The Cabinet
The House of Lords

The Speaker is on the side of the current Prime Minister.

TRUE, he / she is directly under the Prime Minister.
FALSE, he / she is always politically neutral.

What is the term for the MPs who doesn't want to join any political parties?

Independents
Insurgents
Non-partisan MPs
The Whips

What is the main function of the pressure / lobby groups?

They try to directly influence government policy and represents the views of the public with regards to the current government.
They help the Opposition on pointing out the weaknesses of the Prime Minister's decisions.
They support the Members of the Parliament in their jobs, and are under them.
They are groups standing on the lobby during meetings.

The civil servants should always be politically neutral.

TRUE, and as such, they cannot influence decisions.
FALSE, they are always on the side of the Opposition.
TRUE, but can intervene and warn an MPs decision, should it prove to be not beneficial to the public
FALSE, they are on the side of the current Prime Minister, and supports him / her fully.

What does "devolved administration" mean?

There are smaller Parliaments and Assemblies within each of the countries in the UK, but other policies remain under UK control.
There are smaller Parliaments and Assemblies in each country, each independent and cannot be intervened by the central UK government.
There are smaller Parliaments and Assemblies within each of the countries, as well as their own Prime Minister and House of Commons.
None of the above.

Most of the local services are funded through taxes. What is the name of this tax?

Commoner's Tax
Council Tax
Councilor's Tax
Common Tax

The Northern Ireland Assembly has 108 elected members known as the __

Members of the Legislative Act
Members of the Legislation Act
Members of the Legislative Assembly
Members of the Legislation Assembly

In what month does the elections for the local post are held?

May
June
July
August

What is the duty of the judges or the judiciary?

To interpret and uphold the law.
To judge whether the convicted is guilty or innocent.
To punish the convicted upon finding him / her guilty.
To help the members of the Parliament.

What is the term used by the police that dictates that the government cannot interfere and cannot instruct them on what to do?

Operational Incidence
Operational Independence
Operator Independence
Operation Incidence

What are the main duties of a quango, or a non-departmental public body?

Carry out functions on behalf of the public.
They do a wide variety of public duties.
Both a and b are correct.
None of the above.

What is "free press"?

Press people can report freely and is free from government control.
MPs can freely access press reports.
Both are correct.
None of the above.

An 18-year old convict can vote.

TRUE, since 18 is the legal age of voting.
FALSE, there are exceptions and one of them is being a convicted prisoner.
TRUE, they allow even convicted prisoners to vote, just as long as they're 18.
FALSE, 21 is the legal age of voting.

Which among these statements is NOT true about the requirements in order to run for the position of local councilor?

The candidate must have local connection within the area through work.
The candidate should be on the electoral register.
The candidate should have a job with a minimum pay of at least 100 British Pounds.
The candidate owns / rents a land property within that area.

What is the main purpose of the Commonwealth?

To promote democracy, good government, and to eradicate poverty.
To follow the orders of their head, the King or Queen.
To be another branch of the Parliament government.
To point out the mistakes and weaknesses of the Prime Ministers' decisions.

What is the European Union originally called?

European Economic Community
European Economic Center
European Economic Central
European Economic Committee

What was the belief that led to the creation of the European Union?

With countries banding together, they can conquer / rule other smaller countries with ease.
They thought that this will reduce, or end, the likelihood of another war in Europe.
They believed that helping each other will contribute to their countries' needs.
None of the above.

The Council of Europe was founded on what year?

1946
1947
1948
1949

Which sentence is NOT true with regards to the functions of the Council of Europe?

They can enact and make laws, and implement them.
They cannot make laws, but rather, charters which focus on human rights, democracy, education and culture.
Both a and b are correct.
None of the above.

What is NOT a role of the United Nations?

To prevent war.
Promote international peace and security.
To ensure safety of the government people.
To protect the rights of every country, and the people living in it.

Life in the UK Test

Life in the UK Test Chapter 4 Exam 1

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