Practice Test 12 Flashcards
National anthem
God save the Queen
Where is senedd based?
Cardiff, capital of wales
Mareston Moor and Naseby
English civil war battles. Charles I destroyed by parliament
How is speaker of the House of Commons chosen?
By other MPs in a secret ballot. Speaker keeps order during political debates to make sure the rules are followed.
The BBC
Is partially funded by the c state but is independent of the government
Who can take part in national citizen service programme?
16 and 17 year olds to enjoy outdoor activities, take part in community projects
The Proms
8 week summer season of classical orchestral music
Two influential bands
Rolling Stones and the Beatles
St David is patron Saint of
Wales
1689 bill of rights limited:
King’s power
Who elects police and crime commissioners?
The public
Boer war of 1899
South Africa. Fought against Dutch, consisted future of British empire
Capital of Northern Ireland
Belfast
Northern Ireland assembly makes decisions on
Agriculture and social services
Beveridge report of 1942
Establishing a welfare state