The Structure and Functions of Parliament (AQA A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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How many MPs sit in the House of Commons?
How many MPs sit in the House of Commons?
650
How many hereditary peers remain in the House of Lords after the 1999 Blair reforms?
How many hereditary peers remain in the House of Lords after the 1999 Blair reforms?
92
Which Acts established the supremacy of the House of Commons?
Which Acts established the supremacy of the House of Commons?
Parliament Acts 1911 and 1949
When did Parliament begin to be televised?
When did Parliament begin to be televised?
1989
What are the four main functions of Parliament?
What are the four main functions of Parliament?
Legislative, representative, scrutiny, deliberative
What does a three-line whip indicate?
What does a three-line whip indicate?
Party expects MPs to turn up & vote a certain way
What must the Speaker do upon taking up the post?
What must the Speaker do upon taking up the post?
Renounce any party allegiance
When was full female suffrage achieved in the UK?
When was full female suffrage achieved in the UK?
1928
In 2015-17, how many government bills were passed compared to private members' bills?
In 2015-17, how many government bills were passed compared to private members' bills?
48 government, 14 private members'
Who are the 'Lords spiritual' in the House of Lords?
Who are the 'Lords spiritual' in the House of Lords?
26 Church of England bishops