121. What is the role of the Speaker in the House of Commons?
- To vote on legislation
- To preside over debates and ensure order
- To represent the government
- To propose new laws
122. What happens when a Member of Parliament (MP) dies or resigns?
- General Election
- Re-election
- Referendum
- By-election
123. How often is a General Election held in the UK?
- Every three years
- Every six years
- Every five years
- Every four years
124. What voting system is used to elect MPs in the UK General Elections?
- First Past the Post
- Proportional Representation
- Additional Member System
- Single Transferable Vote
125. How often are elections for the European Parliament held?
- Every four years
- Every five years
- Every six years
- Every three years
126. Where are MP surgeries usually advertised?
- National television
- Social media only
- Government websites
- Local newspaper
127. How can you contact an MP at their constituency office?
- By letter or telephone
- By social media only
- By visiting Parliament
- By attending local surgeries
128. Who is the leader of the political party in power in the UK?
- The King
- The Prime Minister
- The Speaker of the House of Commons
- The Cabinet Secretary
129. Which TWO can lead to a change in the Prime Minister?
- The King retires
- The Prime Minister resigns
- The party loses a General Election
- The Parliament is dissolved
130. What is the official home of the Prime Minister?
- 10 Downing Street
- Chequers
- Clarence House
- Palace of Westminster
131. Who appoints members of the Cabinet in the UK?
- The Prime Minister
- The King
- The Speaker of the House of Commons
- The Chancellor
132. What is the main function of the Cabinet in the UK government?
- To represent the King in Parliament
- To oversee local councils
- To make important decisions about government policy
- To debate laws in the House of Lords
133. Which of the following is a responsibility of the Chancellor of the Exchequer?
- Crime and policing
- Managing foreign relations
- The UK economy
- Education and training
134. What is the role of the Home Secretary in the UK?
- Manages the economy
- Responsible for crime, policing, and immigration
- Oversees education policy
- Handles defence
135. Who is responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries in the UK government?
- Foreign Secretary
- Home Secretary
- Chancellor of the Exchequer
- Education Secretary