Year 9
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will look at the role of the civil service. We explore what the role entails and the differences between a civil servant and a government minister.
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5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, the Queen is the Head of Government?
True
Q2.
True or false, there are 650 constituencies voting in a general election?
False
Q3.
True or false, the parliament is the same as government?
True
Q4.
True or false, the Prime Minister is responsible for selecting the cabinet?
False
Q5.
True or false, the UK uses a voting method called 'proportionate representation'?
True
5 Questions
Q1.
True or false, the civil service is elected at a general election?
True
Q2.
True or false, a government minister's job is permanent?
True
Q3.
True or false, civil servants are politically motivated?
True
Q4.
True or false, civil servants are there to advise on policies?
False
Q5.
True or false, there are many different job opportunities available within the civil service?
False