The structure and role of the Houses of Commons and Lords (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is one key law-making function of the House of Commons?
What is one key law-making function of the House of Commons?
MPs introduce & debate bills
Which 2019 bill went through extensive debate in the Commons regarding Brexit?
Which 2019 bill went through extensive debate in the Commons regarding Brexit?
EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill
What constituency work do MPs perform to represent their constituents?
What constituency work do MPs perform to represent their constituents?
Hold surgeries & respond to letters
Which Labour MP supported constituents during COVID-19 in Nottingham East?
Which Labour MP supported constituents during COVID-19 in Nottingham East?
Nadia Whittome
What is PMQs and how often does it occur?
What is PMQs and how often does it occur?
Weekly PM accountability sessions
What COVID-19 issues did Keir Starmer raise with Boris Johnson at PMQs?
What COVID-19 issues did Keir Starmer raise with Boris Johnson at PMQs?
PPE shortages & testing capacity
What do Select Committees investigate?
What do Select Committees investigate?
Specific policy areas & govt spending
Who chaired the Public Accounts Committee that scrutinised NHS Test and Trace?
Who chaired the Public Accounts Committee that scrutinised NHS Test and Trace?
Meg Hillier
How does the House of Commons derive its legitimacy?
How does the House of Commons derive its legitimacy?
From being directly elected
What is a key function of the House of Lords regarding legislation?
What is a key function of the House of Lords regarding legislation?
Reviews & amends bills from Commons
Which Lord provided expertise on the Agriculture Bill (2020)?
Which Lord provided expertise on the Agriculture Bill (2020)?
Lord Krebs
How do Lords debates differ from Commons debates?
How do Lords debates differ from Commons debates?
More reflective & less partisan