Year 9
How does the UK political system compare to other systems?
Year 9
How does the UK political system compare to other systems?
Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will explore what is meant by the term 'democracy'. We will look at how the United Kingdom can be considered a democracy before looking at other countries and how their political system is organised.
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5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, national governance has more power than local governance?
False
Q2.
True or false, Scotland has always had devolved powers?
True
Q3.
True or false, European governance holds more power over the UK?
True
Q4.
Which of the following is the new name for the Welsh Parliament?
Plaid Cymru
Welsh Assembly
Q5.
Which Parliament has the most seats available?
Northern Ireland
Scotland
Wales
5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, the United Kingdom is a democratic country?
False
Q2.
True or false, every country has the right to protest?
True
Q3.
True or false, the three branches of power in the UK are the legislature, corporation and judiciary?
True
Q4.
True or false, having a free press that is not controlled is considered healthy in a democracy?
False
Q5.
True or false, an authoritarian government allows elections to be free and fair?
True