UK and US: Powers, strengths and weaknesses of each of the Houses (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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Which power is unique to the UK House of Commons compared to the US House of Representatives?
Which power is unique to the UK House of Commons compared to the US House of Representatives?
Remove government via no confidence vote
What exclusive power does the US House of Representatives hold?
What exclusive power does the US House of Representatives hold?
Impeaching federal officials
How often is the US House of Representatives directly elected?
How often is the US House of Representatives directly elected?
Every two years
What is a key weakness of the UK House of Commons under a strong majority government?
What is a key weakness of the UK House of Commons under a strong majority government?
Elective dictatorship
What is the primary role of the UK House of Lords?
What is the primary role of the UK House of Lords?
Acting as a revising chamber
Which power does the US Senate have that the UK House of Lords does not?
Which power does the US Senate have that the UK House of Lords does not?
Ratifying treaties
How long is a US Senate term?
How long is a US Senate term?
Six years
How many votes are needed in the US Senate to end a filibuster?
How many votes are needed in the US Senate to end a filibuster?
60 votes
What is the main weakness regarding the UK House of Lords' composition?
What is the main weakness regarding the UK House of Lords' composition?
Lacks democratic legitimacy
What authority does the US Supreme Court have as a check on other branches?
What authority does the US Supreme Court have as a check on other branches?
Striking down unconstitutional laws
What is the primary constraint on UK Prime Ministers' power mentioned in the note?
What is the primary constraint on UK Prime Ministers' power mentioned in the note?
Constraints from within own party
When was the last major constitutional amendment passed in the US?
When was the last major constitutional amendment passed in the US?
1971
What exclusive power does the US House of Representatives hold over legislation?
What exclusive power does the US House of Representatives hold over legislation?
Exclusive power over revenue bills