The extent of accountability to the US and UK legislature. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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How can the UK govt be removed by the House of Commons?
How can the UK govt be removed by the House of Commons?
Through a vote of no confidence
What is the purpose of Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs)?
What is the purpose of Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs)?
To question and scrutinize ministers
On what grounds can the US Congress impeach the President?
On what grounds can the US Congress impeach the President?
High crimes and misdemeanors
Which US body must confirm Presidential appointments?
Which US body must confirm Presidential appointments?
Senate
What role do UK Select Committees play?
What role do UK Select Committees play?
Scrutinize govt departments
What is the US Congress's 'power of the purse'?
What is the US Congress's 'power of the purse'?
Controlling government funding
What term describes the UK executive also being legislature members?
What term describes the UK executive also being legislature members?
Fusion of powers
What principle gives UK Parliament ultimate authority over laws?
What principle gives UK Parliament ultimate authority over laws?
Parliamentary sovereignty
What power allows US courts to strike down unconstitutional laws?
What power allows US courts to strike down unconstitutional laws?
Judicial review
How often do US House of Representatives members face re-election?
How often do US House of Representatives members face re-election?
Every two years
Why did Amber Rudd resign as a minister?
Why did Amber Rudd resign as a minister?
Due to the Windrush scandal
What does collective ministerial responsibility require?
What does collective ministerial responsibility require?
Cabinet ministers agree with PM decisions
Why was Trump impeached in 2019?
Why was Trump impeached in 2019?
Coercing Ukraine for intel on Joe Biden