means two chambers; in a bicameral parliament there are two separate groups that must both agree on changes to laws; UK Parliament is bicameral as it has two chambers: the House of Commons and Lords

the law-making body of the state, i.e. Parliament in the UK

the branch of government that is responsible for putting laws or decisions into effect

What are the key differences between the Westminster Parliament and US Congress?

Citizenship

Pupils compare different types of government from the UK to US and North Korea.

How do others govern?

the branch of government responsible for making and passing laws

a system of government involving two separate chambers

the branch of government responsible for putting laws into effect

the branch of government that interprets and fairly applies laws

Match the words to their correct definitions.

The Prime Minister does not interact with Parliament.

The Prime Minister is part of Parliament and the executive branch.

The Prime Minister’s role is only ceremonial.

The Prime Minister sits in the House of Lords.

Which of these statements accurately describes the Prime Minister's work?

If the {{}} does not want a bill to become law, he or she has the power to reject or veto the bill.

Laws in the US can only be passed by the Supreme Court.

The President appoints members of the House of Representatives.

Both chambers feature elected representatives.

Which of these descriptions about the US political system is accurate?

The UK Supreme Court is elected by the people.

The US Supreme Court is part of the executive branch.

The UK Supreme Court is responsible for creating new laws.

The US Supreme Court can overturn laws passed by Congress.

How is the Supreme Court in the US different to the Supreme Court in the UK?

In the US system, Congress consists of the {{}} and the House of Representatives.

Which of these types of government most closely describes the system used in North Korea?

Only one political party is allowed to govern.

Citizens vote for candidates from a single party.

There is no formal political party system.

Many parties are allowed but one is dominant.

What does it mean for a country to be a 'one-party state'?

In some countries, the Government uses {{}} to control public opinion and ensure the leadership remains unchallenged.

Which country is an example of an absolute monarchy?

Political parties in Iran can freely compete in elections.

Citizens have complete freedom to express their opinions.

The Ayatollah controls the Government, military and judiciary.

Which of these factors contributes to making Iran an authoritarian regime?

Within which category of the Democracy Index is the USA located?

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