Compare the UK and US executive branches (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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13 questions from this quiz
How is the US President elected to office?
How is the US President elected to office?
Through the Electoral College
How many terms can a US President serve?
How many terms can a US President serve?
Two terms maximum
Which phrase describes the UK PM's position within the cabinet?
Which phrase describes the UK PM's position within the cabinet?
First among equals
Which power does the US President have that the UK PM does not?
Which power does the US President have that the UK PM does not?
Can veto legislation
What typically happens to the UK PM's budget once presented?
What typically happens to the UK PM's budget once presented?
Almost certain to pass
What majority is required for Senate confirmation of US cabinet appointments?
What majority is required for Senate confirmation of US cabinet appointments?
Simple majority of 51 votes
Who appoints Supreme Court justices in the UK?
Who appoints Supreme Court justices in the UK?
Judicial Appointments Commission
Who can declare war in the US system?
Who can declare war in the US system?
Congress
Is the UK Prime Minister the head of state?
Is the UK Prime Minister the head of state?
No, the Monarch is head of state
What is PMQs?
What is PMQs?
Regular questioning in Parliament
Can the UK PM be removed by a vote of no confidence?
Can the UK PM be removed by a vote of no confidence?
Yes, by Parliament
What role does the UK cabinet play in decision-making?
What role does the UK cabinet play in decision-making?
Central with collective responsibility
Can US legislators serve in the President's cabinet?
Can US legislators serve in the President's cabinet?
No, unless they resign first