Chapter 5 Practice Test 11
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In which TWO cases may a person who has been summoned to do jury service be exempted from doing it:
Everyone who is summoned to do jury service must do it unless they are not eligible (for example, because they have a criminal conviction) or they provide a good reason to be excused, such as ill health.
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What does the term ‘coalition’ refer to?
The government is usually formed by the party that wins the majority of constituencies. If no party wins a majority, two parties may join together to form a coalition.
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What is the first verse of the National Anthem of the UK ‘God save the King’?
The first verse of the National Anthem of the UK is ‘God save our gracious King!.
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The House of Commons is normally more independent of the government than the House of Lords:
The House of Lords is normally more independent of the government than the House of Commons.
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Does Britain have a written constitution?
The British constitution is not written down in any single document, and therefore it is described as ‘unwritten’. This is mainly because the UK, unlike America or France, has never had a revolution which led permanently to a totally new system of government.
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Who is the chief officer of the House of Commons?
Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker. This person is the chief officer of the House of Commons.
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How are life peers appointed?
Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.
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How many members does the Scottish Parliament have?
There are 129 members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), elected by a form of proportional representation.
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The public can listen to debates in the Palace of Westminster from public galleries in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
This statement is true.
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The action of handing out leaflets in the street or knocking on people’s doors to ask for their political support is known as:
The action of handing out leaflets in the street or knocking on people’s doors to ask for their political support is known as canvassing.
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Which court deals with minor criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court. In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court.
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Where is the Parliament of the UK?
The UK is governed by the parliament sitting in Westminster.
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A set of principles by which a country is governed and which includes all of the institutions that are responsible for running the country and how their power is kept in check is the definition for:
A constitution is a set of principles by which a country is governed. It includes all of the institutions that are responsible for running the country and how their power is kept in check.
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Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Commonwealth?
Zimbabwe is not a member of the Commonwealth.
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If a husband forces his wife to have sex, he can be charged with rape:
True. Any man who forces a woman to have sex, including a woman’s husband, can be charged with rape.
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If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, which is known as:
If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, called a by-election, in his or her constituency.
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What name is given to the elected members of the Scottish Parliament?
Elected members of the Scottish Parliament are known as Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs).
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Prince William is also known as:
Prince William is also known as the Prince of Wales.
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Who appoints the members of the Cabinet?
The Prime Minister (PM) is the leader of the political party in power. He or she appoints the members of the cabinet and has control over many important public appointments.
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How often is the electoral register updated?
The electoral register is updated every year in September or October.
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Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the MPs?
MPs have a number of different responsibilities. They represent everyone in their constituency, help to create new laws, scrutinize and comment on what the government is doing and debate important national issues.
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Which programme helps 16 and 17 year-olds develop their skills and are part in community projects?
The National Citizen Service programme gives 16- and 17-year-olds the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities, develop their skills and take part in a community project.
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Which TWO of the following are examples of criminal offences:
Selling tobacco to anyone under the age of 18 and drinking in public are examples of criminal offences.
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How many members does a jury have in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland a jury has 12 members, and in Scotland a jury has 15 members.
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