Chapter 5 Flashcards
How often are the general elections held in the UK?
-Every year
-Every 2 years
-Every 4 years
-Every 5 years
Every 5 years
What is the name of the building where the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?
Westminster
Holyrood
Senedd
Stormont
Stormont
Which of the following is NOT a function of the House of Lords?
-Suggest amendments to existing laws
-Check laws that have been passed by the House of Commons
-Propose new laws
-Cancel existing laws
Cancel existing laws
How can you visit the Senedd?
-Contacting the Education Service
-Contacting the Senedd Booking Service
-Contacting an MP
-Contacting an MLA
Contacting the Senedd Booking Service
Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the MPs?
-Scrutinise and comment on what the government is doing
-Represent everyone in the constituency
-Protect life and property
-Debate important national issues
Protect life and property
When Henry VIII took the title ‘King of Ireland’, English laws were introduced and everyone except for local leaders were expected to follow the instructions of the Lord Lieutenants in Dublin:
True
False
False. When Henry VIII took the title ‘King of Ireland’, English laws were introduced and local leaders were expected to follow the instructions of the Lord Lieutenants in Dublin.
The clock tower is named ‘Elizabeth Tower’ in honour of ___________.
-Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012
-Queen Elizabeth I’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012
-Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee in 2002
-Queen Elizabeth I’s Golden Jubilee in 2002
Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012
When was Lincoln Cathedral built?
In the 19th century
In medieval times
After the Roman invasion
In the 18th century
In medieval times
How old was Edward VI when he died?
-15 years old
-1 year old
-12 years old
-17 years old
15 years old
Why was Queen Mary known as ‘Bloody Mary’?
-She used to drink a lot
-Because of all the blood from the wars she caused
-She was a devout Catholic and persecuted Protestants
-She used to punish people
She was a devout Catholic and persecuted Protestants
Which of the following lines from Shakespeare’s plays and poems is often still quoted?
-A daffodil by another name
-All the world’s a stage
-We shall never surrender
-You shall be with me
-All the world’s a stage
Where did Mary Stuart, the Queen of Scotland, spend most of her childhood?
Spain
Germany
Holland
France
France
During the Middle Ages, several cathedrals had windows of stained glass, telling stories about:
The journey of pilgrims to Canterbury
Noah’s Ark
The Bible and Christian saints
Medieval priests
The Bible and Christian saints
When did King Edward I of England introduced the Statute of Rhuddlan by which Wales annexed to the Crown of England?
In 1284
In 1235
In 1304
In 1340
In 1284
Which of the following public services can be controlled by the devolved administrations?
-Defence
-Immigration
-Foreign Affairs
-Education
Education
The Senedd has been suspended on a few occasions:
(True or False)
False. The Northern Ireland Assembly has been suspended on a few occasions.
The settlements of Scottish and English Protestants in Ulster (the northern province of Ireland) during the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, who took over the land from Catholic landholders is known as:
-Plantations
-Cavaliers
-Puritans
-Pale
Plantations
Which of the following jobs is usually unpaid in England, Wales and Scotland?
-Magistrates and Justices of the Peace
-Civil Lawyers
-Wardens
-Policeman
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace
In England, Wales and Scotland, Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of the local community and they usually work unpaid and do not need legal qualifications.
After King Alfred the Great defeated the Vikings, many of the Viking invaders stayed in Britain, especially in the east and north of England in an area called:
-Bayeux
-Stonehenge
-Danelaw
-Canute
Danelaw
The Reform Act of 1832 increased the number of people with the right to vote (True or False)
True. The Reform Act of 1832 had greatly increased the number of people with the right to vote.
Which of the following is a famous example of stained glass?
-York Minster
-Bayeux
-Vindolanda
-Housesteads
York Minster
Who defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314?
-Robert the Bruce
-King Edward I
-Admiral Nelson
-The Normans
Robert the Bruce
How long did the Hundred Years War fought between England and France last for?
-100 years
-101 years
-115 years
-116 years
116 years
When did Gordon Brown take over as Prime Minister from his predecessor Tony Blair?
-In 2007
-In 2008
-In 2009
-In 2010
2007
Which British writer wrote satirical novels including Brideshead Revisited?
-Evelyn Waugh
-Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
-Sir Kingsley Amis
-Thomas Hardy
Evelyn Waugh
Where is the best preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe located?
-Cardiff, Wales
-Edinburgh, the capital of the Scotland
-Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland
-The Isle of Wight
Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland
Which famous architect designed Dumfries House?
-Sir Christopher Wren
-Robert Adam
-Sir Norman Foster
-Dame Zaha Hadid
Robert Adam
What did the Education Act of 1944 introduce?
-Free primary education in England and Wales
-Free secondary education in England and Wales
-Free high school education in England and Wales
-Free university education in England and Wales
Free secondary education in England and Wales
Which of the following tribes invaded Britain?
-The Jutes
-The Angles
-The Saxons
-All of the above
All of the above
Who wrote the novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
-Rudyard Kipling
-Sir William Golding
-Charles Dickens
-Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl
Who were the Huguenots?
-Protestant refugees from France
-Catholic refugees from Spain
-Catholic refugees from Italy
-Protestant refugees from Germany
Protestant refugees from France
When was slavery abolished throughout the British Empire?
1833
1843
1844
1861
1833
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of the _________.
Government
Local community
British Society
NHS
Local community
Where can you find details about the small claims procedure?
-From the local community
-At the police station
-At your local County Court or Sheriff Court
-At any local shop
At your local County Court or Sheriff Court
When is Mothering Sunday?
-The Sunday three weeks before Easter.
-The Sunday three weeks after Easter.
-The Sunday three weeks before Christmas.
-The Sunday three weeks after Christmas.
The Sunday three weeks before Easter.
Which countries fought alongside Britain against Russia during the Crimean War?
France and Cyprus
Germany and Cyprus
Germany and Turkey
France and Turkey
France and Turkey
When did William of Orange invade England to proclaim himself king?
-1689
-1690
-1688
-1687
1688
Which British painter is considered to be the artist who raised the profile of landscape painting?
Joseph Turner
David Allan
John Constable
Sir John Lavery
Joseph Turner
What is the length of the Bayeux tapestry?
130 feet
230 feet
330 feet
320 feet
230 feet
Which of the following countries is not a member of the Commonwealth?
Swaziland
Trinidad and Tobago
Dominica
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Which of the following are British overseas territories?
-Ireland
-The Canary Islands
-St Helena
-The Falkland Islands
-St Helena
-The Falkland Islands
Which of the following is the responsibility of the Chancellor of the Exchequer?
Education
Agriculture
Economy
Defence
Economy
The public can listen to debates in the Palace of Westminster from public galleries in the House of Commons but not in the House of Lords:
-True
-False
False.
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.
Which of the following organisations has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, including the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
-The UN Security Council
-The Council of Europe
-The United Nations
-The European Union
The Council of Europe is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries. It has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, the most well-known of which is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, usually called the European Convention on Human Rights.
Which Court deals with the most serious criminal cases, such as murder, in Scotland?
The High Court
The Sheriff Court
The Court of Session
The Crown Court
The High Court
The leader of the opposition leads his or her party in pointing out what they see as the government’s (choose TWO options):
Failures
Achievements
Strengths
Weaknesses
Failures
Weaknesses
What is the minimum age requirement to drive a mopped in the UK?
16
18
20
21
16
How many countries formed the European Economic Community (EEC) when it was first created in 1957?
Five
Six
Seven
Nine
Six
Where is the office of the MPs located?
-10 Downing Street
-The House of Commons
-The House of Lords
-Buckingham Palace
The House of Commons
Which TWO of the following statements is TRUE with regards to Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) in England, Wales and Scotland?
-They usually work unpaid
-They do not need legal qualifications
-They are legally qualified
-They are paid
They usually work unpaid
They do not need legal qualifications
The House of Commons is normally more independent of the government than the House of Lords:
True
False
False. The House of Lords is normally more independent of the government than the House of Commons.
In Northern Ireland members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are elected on the basis of:
-Proportional representation
-Personal achievements
-First past the post system
-Instant run-off
Proportional representation
How can MPs be contacted (choose TWO options)?
-By letter
-By going to your local council and asking for an appointment
-By phoning their constituency office
-Through facebook
By letter
By phoning their constituency office
When were the United Nations set up?
Before the Second World War
After the Second World War
Before the First World War
Before the War of the Roses
After the Second World War
Where can you find copies of the ‘Hansard’?
In the Guardian newspaper
In large libraries and at www.parliament.uk
In the bookshop
In any library
In large libraries and at www.parliament.uk
How many senior MPs are appointed by the Prime Minister?
Almost 30
15
About 20
25
About 20
What name is given to the elected members of the European Parliament?
AMs
MEPs
MPs
MSPs
MEPs
Which court deals with cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract and divorce in England and Wales?
The Crown Court
The High Court
County Courts
The Sheriff Court
County Courts
What is the name of the building where the Scottish Parliament meet?
Holyrood
Senedd
Westminster
Stormont
Holyrood
Which court deals with minor criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
-The Justice of the Peace Court
-The Magistrates’ Court
-The High Court
-The Crown Court
The Magistrates’ Court
Who forms the shadow cabinet?
-Senior opposition MPs appointed by the leader of the opposition
-Junior opposition MPs appointed by the leader of the governing party
-Junior opposition MPs appointed by the leader of the opposition
-Local councillors
Senior opposition MPs appointed by the leader of the opposition
How many devolved administrations are there in the UK?
2
3
4
5
3
There are three devolved administrations in the UK, this include: the Welsh government, the Scottish Parliament and the Northern Ireland Assembly.
How can you visit the UK Parliament (choose TWO options)?
-Arranging a tour through the visitor services
-Writing to your local MP to ask for tickets
-Queueing on the day at the public entrance
-Contacting an MSP
Writing to your local MP to ask for tickets
Queueing on the day at the public entrance
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Commonwealth?
Uganda
Ghana
Malawi
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
Who makes the decisions on government policies in the UK?
-The monarch
-Only the Prime Minister can make the decisions on government policies
-The Prime Minister and the Cabinet
-The monarch and the Prime Minister
The Prime Minister and the Cabinet
What is the main function of the Council of Europe?
-Protect and promote human rights
-Promote international trade relationships
-Maintain international peace
-Recommend action when there are international crises and threats to peace
Protect and promote human rights
How many members comprise the UN Security Council?
5
10
15
25
15
What is the role of the shadow cabinet?
-To keep order during political debates to make sure the rules are followed
-To challenge the government and put forward alternative policies
-To point out what they see as the government’s failures and weaknesses
-To control important public appointments
To challenge the government and put forward alternative policies
What name is given to the elected members of the Northern Ireland Assembly?
MSPs
MLAs
MPs
AMs
MLAs
Which senior MP is responsible for issues relating to crime, policing and immigration?
The Home Secretary
The Foreign Secretary
The Chancellor of the Exchequer
The Prime Minister
The Home Secretary
How can a person be protected from being forced into a marriage?
-By giving them a place to stay away from their family
-Court orders can be obtained to protect a person from being forced into a marriage
-By speaking to the person’s parents
-There are no laws in the UK to avoid this
Court orders can be obtained to protect a person from being forced into a marriage
Which court usually deals with the MOST serious civil cases in Scotland?
The Court of Session in Edinburgh
The Crown Court
The High Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The Court of Session in Edinburgh
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
-Forcing another person to marry is a civil offence
-Forcing another person to marry is a criminal offence
-Forcing another person to marry is not punished in the UK
-Forcing another person to marry is common in the UK
Forcing another person to marry is a criminal offence
Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Wales?
-The Sheriff Court
-The Crown Court
-The High Court
-The Magistrates’ Court
The Crown Court
What name is given to the elected members of the Welsh government?
MSPs
SMs
MLAs
MPs
SMs
How do we call 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?
Revolution
Constitution
Monarchy
Democracy
Constitution
How often are elections held for the Senedd?
Every three years
Every four years
Every five years
Every six years
Every four years
What is the name given to the person appointed by local authorities to be the ceremonial leader of a particular council?
-Council candidate
-Mayor
-Peer
-Magistrate
Mayor
Which court deals with the MOST serious criminal cases in Scotland, such as murder?
The Magistrates’ Court
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The High Court
The High Court
Who is the chief officer of the House of Commons?
The Prime Minister
The Speaker
The Archbishop of Canterbury
The leader of the opposition
The Speaker
Who forms the judiciary?
The judges together
The Magistrates together
The MPs together
The judges and Magistrates together
The judges together
Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?
The Justice of the Peace Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The Justice of the Peace Court
If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, which is known as:
Hansard
First past the post
By-election
Coalition
By-election
A person who has not paid enough National Insurance contributions will not be able to receive certain contributory benefits including (choose TWO options):
Jobseeker’s Allowance
A full state retirement pension
Housing benefit
Working tax credits
Jobseeker’s Allowance
A full state retirement pension
How are life peers appointed?
-By the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister
-By the Prime Minister on the advice of the King
-By the shadow cabinet
-By the MPs
By the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister
The UN was set up after the First World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security:
True
False
False.
The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security.
How many members does a jury have in Scotland?
15
10
14
16
15
How can you visit the Northern Ireland Assembly (choose TWO options)?
-Contacting the Education Service
-Contacting an MSP
-Contacting an MLA
-Arranging a tour through the visitor services
Contacting the Education Service
Contacting an MLA
On which of the following issues the Northern Ireland Assembly CANNOT make decisions?
Health
Education
The Environment
Planning
Planning
What name is given to the elected members of the Scottish Parliament?
MSPs
AMs
MLAs
MPs
MSPs
Elected members of the Scottish Parliament are known as Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs).
Which court deals with the most serious cases of children aged 10 to 17 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
The High Court
The Youth Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The Crown Court
The Crown Court
When was the National Trust founded?
1890
1895
1980
1910
1895
Who is married to the King of the United Kingdom?
Kate, the Princess of Wales
Camila, the Queen Consort
Camila, the Princess of Wales
Kate, the Queen Consort
Camila, the Queen Consort
When did the ‘Habeas Corpus Act’ become law?
In 1679
In 1669
In 1689
In 1709
In 1679
When was the Treaty of Rome signed?
25th May 1957
25th March 1957
28th May 1957
28th March 1957
25th March 1957
How often are the general elections held in the UK?
Every year
Every 2 years
Every 4 years
Every 5 years
Every 5 years
How is the Speaker elected?
-By other MPs in a secret ballot
-By the members of the House of Lords by proportional representation
-By the members of the House of Commons in a public ballot
-By the Prime Minister
By other MPs in a secret ballot
When was the Northern Ireland Parliament established for the first time?
In 1922
In 1932
In 1925
In 1928
In 1922
What name is given to the system used to deal with children and young people who have committed an offence in Scotland?
-The Children’s Hearings System
-The Youth Court System
-The Sheriff Court for Young Children
-The Young’s System
The Children’s Hearings System
What is the function of the UN Security Council?
-Recommend action when there are international crises and threats to peace
-Recommend humanitarian action when there are natural disasters
-Protect and promote human rights
-Promote international trade relationships
Recommend action when there are international crises and threats to peace
Which of the following charities works for the prevention of cruelty to children?
-PDSA
-RSPB
-NSPCC
-Crisis
The NSPCC is the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
What does the term ‘Hansard’ relate to?
-Official reports were proceedings in Parliament are published
-A popular British soap opera
-A festival which celebrates the founding of the Sikh community
-A public holiday
Official reports were proceedings in Parliament are published
In Wales, the jury has to listen to the evidence presented at the trial and then decide a verdict of ‘guilty’, ‘not guilty’ or ‘not proven’ based of what they have heard:
(True or False)
False.
The jury has to listen to the evidence presented at the trial and then decide a verdict of ‘guilty’ or ‘not guilty’ based of what they have heard. In Scotland (not Wales), a third verdict of ‘not proven’ is also possible.
It is a civil offence to cause harassment, alarm or distress to someone because of their religion or ethnic origin (True or False)
False.
It is a criminal offence to cause harassment, alarm or distress to someone because of their religion or ethnic origin.
What is the relationship between the monarch and the government?
-Approve the government’s decisions on government policies
-Advise, warn and encourage the government’s decisions
-Advise, encourage and approve the government’s decisions
-Advise and approve the government’s decisions
Advise, warn and encourage the government’s decisions
Where can people facing domestic violence get help from (choose TWO options)?
-The NHS
-The Citizens Advise Bureau
-The Human Rights Commission
-A solicitor
A solicitor or the Citizens Advice Bureau
How many members does a jury have in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
12
14
15
18
12
Who is responsible for the creation of the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
-The UN Security Council
-The Council of Europe
-The United Nations
-The Commonwealth
-The Council of Europe
Members of the House of Lords may stand for election to the House of Commons and are eligible for all public offices (True or False)
False.
Members of the House of Lords may not stand for election to the House of Commons but are eligible for all other public offices.
What does the following term ‘PDSA’ stand for?
People’s Defence for Sick Animals
People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals
People’s Dispensary for Single Animals
People’s Defence for Single Animals
People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals
How long does it take to donate blood?
-About half an hour
-About an hour
-About two hours
-About 15 minutes
-About an hour
How many members does the Senedd have?
40
50
60
75
60
Who deals with cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract and divorce in Scotland?
County Courts
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The High Court
The Sheriff Court
Civil disputes such as people trying to get back money that is owed to them, cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract, and divorce are dealt with in the Sheriff Court in Scotland.
What name is given to the members of the House of Lords?
Cabinet
Cavaliers
Peers
Housesteads
Peers
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of:
The House of Commons
The Cabinet
The local community
The Parliament
The local community
For what sort of claims is the small claims procedure in Northern Ireland used?
Claims of less than £3,000
Claims of less than £4,000
Claims of less than £5,000
Claims of less than £6,000
Claims of less than £3,000
Which TWO of the following charities work with homeless people?
Friends of the Earth
Shelter
Crisis
Oxfam
Shelter
Crisis
When was the voting age reduced to 18 for men and women?
1965
1969
1919
1929
1969
What is the opposition?
The second largest party in the House of Lords
The third largest party in the House of Commons
The second largest party in the House of Commons
The third largest party in the House of Lords
The second largest party in the House of Commons
Which THREE of the following groups form part of the British government?
-The police
-The cabinet
-The local organizations
-The judiciary
The police
The cabinet
The judiciary
Many MPs, SMs and MSPs hold regular local events where constituents can go in person to talk about issues that are of concern to them. These are known as:
Hansard
Local ‘surgeries’
Local ‘meetings’
Constituents ‘reunions’
Local ‘surgeries’
Which Act introduced the Forced Marriage Protection Orders for England, Wales and Northern Ireland in 2008?
-The Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007
-The Free Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007
-The Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2011
-The Free Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2011
The Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007
Which of the following is a ceremonial role to be undertaken by the King?
-Opening the new parliamentary session every year
-Visiting the major cities in the UK once every six months
-Choosing the Prime Minister
-Giving a speech on New Year’s Eve
Opening the new parliamentary session every year
Which Court deals with the most serious civil cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
-The County Court
-The Crown Court
-The High Court
-The Sheriff Court
The High Court
The UK is one of the five permanent members of the Security Council:
True
False
True
Which of the following four changes did the Chartists NOT campaign for?
-For any man to be able to stand as MP
-Secret ballots
-Elections every six years
-For MPs to be paid
Elections every six years
Which of the following is a criminal offence?
-Selling tobacco to someone under the age of 18
-Owing money to someone
-Discrimination in the workplace
-Selling faulty goods or services
Selling tobacco to someone under the age of 18
Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Northern Ireland?
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The High Court
The Crown Court
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, serious criminal offences are tried in front of a judge and a jury in a Crown Court.
When was the Scottish Parliament formed?
In 2000
In 2002
In 1999
In 1998
1999
How many verdicts are possible in trials in Scotland?
-Two: ‘guilty’ or ‘not guilty’
-Three: ‘guilty’, ‘not guilty’ or ‘not proven’
-Three: ‘guilty’, ‘not guilty’ or ‘on hold’
-Two: ‘guilty’ or ‘not proven’
Three: ‘guilty’, ‘not guilty’ or ‘not proven’
Citizens of Liechtenstein can drive in the UK for as long as their driving license is valid:
True
False
True.
If your driving licence if from a country in the European Union (EU), Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway, you can drive in the UK for as long as your licence is valid.
When were the Forced Marriage Protection Orders introduced for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, which aimed at protecting a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage?
2007
2008
2010
2011
2008
The right to a fair trial is not included amongst the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights:
True
False
False.
The right to a fair trial is one of the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights.
Prohibition of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:
(True or False)
False.
Freedom of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights
The right to life and the right to liberty and security are some of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:
True
False
True
When are local elections for councillors held in most local authorities?
In May
In March
In February
In June
In May
In England, Wales and Scotland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court:
True
False
False.
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.
When did the UK sign the European Convention of Human Rights?
1940
1945
1950
1955
1950
Which of the following is NOT a devolved administration?
The Scottish Parliament
The Senedd
The Irish Parliament
The Northern Ireland Assembly
The Irish Parliament
What was the name of the European Union when it was first established?
European Political Union
Union of European Countries
European Economic Community
Europe United
European Economic Community
Which Act incorporated the European Convention of Human Rights into UK law?
The Discrimination Act 1995
The Equality Act 2010
The Freedom Act 2012
The Human Rights Act 1998
The Human Rights Act 1998
