Prime Minister vs President (AQA A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What type of democracy does the UK have?
What type of democracy does the UK have?
Parliamentary democracy
What does 'primus inter pares' mean in relation to the UK Prime Minister?
What does 'primus inter pares' mean in relation to the UK Prime Minister?
First among equals
Who serves as both head of state and head of government in their country?
Who serves as both head of state and head of government in their country?
US President
What is the whip system in UK politics?
What is the whip system in UK politics?
System enforcing party discipline
Which leader has the power to veto legislation?
Which leader has the power to veto legislation?
US President
How is the US President chosen?
How is the US President chosen?
Directly elected by voters
How many terms can a US President serve?
How many terms can a US President serve?
Two terms maximum
What legal requirement exists for the PM to consult Parliament before committing troops?
What legal requirement exists for the PM to consult Parliament before committing troops?
No legal requirement
How can the House of Commons remove a Prime Minister from office?
How can the House of Commons remove a Prime Minister from office?
Vote of no confidence
What is required for US presidential appointments to executive positions?
What is required for US presidential appointments to executive positions?
Senate confirmation