Rational, Cultural, and Structural Approaches: Comparing UK and US Legislative Branches (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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How long are the terms served by members of the US House of Representatives?
How long are the terms served by members of the US House of Representatives?
Two years
What mechanism can be used against the UK government that influences MPs to support party leadership?
What mechanism can be used against the UK government that influences MPs to support party leadership?
Vote of no confidence
What is the main purpose of the whip system in UK Parliament?
What is the main purpose of the whip system in UK Parliament?
To enforce party discipline
Which cultural value characterises the US Congress's political culture?
Which cultural value characterises the US Congress's political culture?
Individualism
Which house is the supreme legal authority under UK parliamentary sovereignty?
Which house is the supreme legal authority under UK parliamentary sovereignty?
House of Commons
What document establishes the separation of powers in the US?
What document establishes the separation of powers in the US?
The Constitution
How does the US Senate represent states under federalism?
How does the US Senate represent states under federalism?
Equally for all states
What type of state system does the UK Parliament operate within?
What type of state system does the UK Parliament operate within?
Unitary state
Does the UK have a codified constitution?
Does the UK have a codified constitution?
No
Which chamber is dominant in the UK's bicameral Parliament?
Which chamber is dominant in the UK's bicameral Parliament?
House of Commons
How frequently are US Senators elected?
How frequently are US Senators elected?
Every 6 years
What foreign affairs power does the US Senate possess?
What foreign affairs power does the US Senate possess?
Ratify treaties and declare war
What limits the legislative powers of the UK House of Lords?
What limits the legislative powers of the UK House of Lords?
Salisbury Convention