Theme B: Paper 1 Section B Part 4

Question 1

Identify one reason why the government has encouraged people to save in a work-based pension scheme.

Answer 1

(1)

Question 2

Explain two ways in which the separation of powers is necessary to preserve democracy.

Answer 2

(4)

Question 3

Which voting system is used alongside the first-past-the-post system in elections for the Scottish Assembly?

Answer 3

• A Alternative vote
• B Closed party lists vote
• C Additional member vote
• D The supplementary vote

Question 4

Which position is elected by a vote of the general public?

Answer 4

• A The Cabinet Secretary
• B The Lord Chief Justice
• C The Mayor of Greater Manchester
• D The Speaker of the House of Commons

Question 5

Name one role of the House of Commons.

Answer 5

(1)

Question 6

Identify one reason.

Answer 6

Development is not needed.

Question 7

Show you understand the meaning of separation of powers as it applies to government.

Answer 7

Explain two reasons that do not overlap. For each reason, make a point and then develop it.

Question 8

Suggest one reason why the Welsh Assembly has not been given the same devolved powers as the Scottish Parliament.

Answer 8

(1)

Question 9

What does this question test?

Answer 9

Your understanding of devolution and your ability to surmise.