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825 real-format practice questions from the Government & Law chapter of the official handbook. Click any question to see the answer and a related set.

  1. You can write to your local MP in advance to ask for tickets to visit the UK Parliament Government & Law
  2. Who appoints the government, which most people have chosen in a democratic election? Government & Law
  3. If you are self-employed, you have to pay your own tax Government & Law
  4. The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot Government & Law
  5. In 1776, which British colonies declared their independence because they demanded that there should be 'no taxation without representation'. Government & Law
  6. Local councils are funded Government & Law
  7. People in the UK are living longer than ever before because improved living standards and better health care Government & Law
  8. What is an example of a Criminal Offence? Government & Law
  9. What was the name of the activist group who fought for the women's right to vote? Government & Law
  10. The House of Commons can Government & Law
  11. NATO aims to maintain peace between all of its members Government & Law
  12. How many members does The Northern Ireland Assembly have? Government & Law
  13. Police forces are independent of the government Government & Law
  14. What did the Beveridge Report of 1942, by William Beveridge, provide the basis for? Government & Law
  15. Which government was elected in 1945? Government & Law
  16. How were free trade policies promoted in the 19th century? Government & Law
  17. The Bill of Rights of 1689 confirmed the right to vote for all adult men. Government & Law
  18. What is a constitution? Government & Law
  19. What type of government was formed after the General Election of 2010? Government & Law
  20. It is a civil offence to carry a weapon Government & Law
  21. In 1969, what important change to our voting rights took place? Government & Law
  22. What must the police officer tell you if you get arrested? Government & Law
  23. What is the name given to the PM's country house? Government & Law
  24. The devolved governments do not have the power to legislate on any issues but can advise and encourage Government & Law
  25. Which jubilee did Queen Elizabeth II celebrate in 2012? Government & Law
  26. Where does the Prime Minister reside? Government & Law
  27. How many members does the Welsh Assembly have? Government & Law
  28. Who appoints life peers to the House of Lords? Government & Law
  29. Some issues may be debated in the Welsh Assembly and the Scottish Parliament, but remain under the control of the UK Government in London, they are: Government & Law
  30. Voters in each constituency elect their member of Parliament (MP) in a General Election. Government & Law
  31. Who is able to change the Prime Minister during his/her term? Government & Law
  32. Who appoints life peers in the House of Lords? Government & Law
  33. What must you have done in order to vote in elections? Government & Law
  34. The Prime Minister appoints about ______ senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments Government & Law
  35. The small claims procedure is used for claims of less than ______ in Scotland and Northern Ireland Government & Law
  36. What is the British Constitution often described as? Government & Law
  37. In 1846, the Corn Laws prevented the import of cheap grain. Government & Law
  38. The Corn Laws were repealed in 1846. This had prevented the import of cheap grain Government & Law
  39. In Northern Ireland a member of your family must complete a voting registration form on your behalf Government & Law
  40. Which TWO types of cases are held in County Courts? Government & Law
  41. How many Olympic gold medals has the Scottish cyclist, Sir Chris Hoy, won? Government & Law
  42. What is the maximum amount for the 'Small Claims Procedure' in England and Wales? Government & Law
  43. Reading the Queen speech and opening and closing of Parliament are some ceremonial duties performed by Government & Law
  44. The most serious cases in Scotland, such as murder, are heard at a ______ with a judge and jury Government & Law
  45. You can volunteer with the police, and become a special constable or a lay representative Government & Law
  46. Which court deals with the most serious cases in Scotland? Government & Law
  47. Which of these TWO countries are Commonwealth Members? Government & Law
  48. Proceedings in Parliament Government & Law
  49. Forcing another person to marry is a criminal offence in the UK. Government & Law
  50. Choose TWO examples of a civil law offence Government & Law