Civics and Government Quiz

<p>Private ownership is encouraged. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>United Kingdom (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Statutory services are mandated by law and funded by the government. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>National Health Service (NHS) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maintain public order and safety. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>HM Prison Service (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Police and Criminal Evidence Act of 1984 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a rapid legislative response in emergencies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regulations tailored for specific local areas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The mischief rule and purposive approach are frequently utilized. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The prior decisions of judges that are binding on lower courts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A principle that focuses on the intention behind a law to address a specific issue. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To arrange for a wide range of health services to meet community needs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>International defense (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assisting in humanitarian operations abroad (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prison Act of 1952 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extinguishing fires and protecting life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Planning and preparing for emergencies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Incursions into British airspace and territorial waters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fire safety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Distribution of power to separate branches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creation of the UK Supreme Court (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Bill that has been approved and given Royal Assent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Statutory Instruments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It creates a system of checks and balances. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acts of Parliament and delegated legislation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creating a new legislative framework (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To approve Bills as Royal Assent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making laws for Wales (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Greater London Authority (GLA) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Delivering essential services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parish councils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Directly elected on a four-year cycle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formulating taxation policy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local councils (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Every five years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making laws and in-depth public policy consideration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Opening and closing Parliament (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Making laws and controlling finance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are appointed peers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The House of Commons has more power than the House of Lords (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To describe the party's proposals for new laws and policies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A trade union with ties to governmental representatives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To solicit feedback on proposed policies and legislation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gathering of 100,000 signatures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Private Members Bills (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The leader of the political party with the highest number of representatives (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Election of Members of Parliament (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To control policy and coordinate governmental department activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They provide advice and implement government policies while remaining politically neutral (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has no power to create laws affecting Scotland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Police/Border Agency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The transfer of power to a lower level of government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scottish Parliament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because government policies can mandate changes in operations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Legal repercussions, potentially including imprisonment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There is a preparatory period to inform the public about the changes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fire and rescue services have struck in the past, unlike other services. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A retraining period for police officers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Services that are required by law and funded with government money. They ensure safety and provide essential protection.

Services that aren't required by law. Some receive government funding, while others rely on donations or self-funding.

These services are responsible for maintaining law and order, providing emergency assistance, and defending the nation.

They are responsible for keeping citizens safe by enforcing the law, preventing crime, and maintaining peace.

They are responsible for taking care of people in custody. These services can be run by the government or private contractors.

The NHS Act sets out the NHS's main legal duties, which include arranging adequate health services for the public.

Local councils are responsible for planning, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.

The Armed Forces Act outlines the roles of the UK military, including protecting the UK's interests at home and abroad.

The Prison Act governs custodial care services, focusing on the punishment and rehabilitation of offenders while protecting society.

The Fire and Rescue Services Act outlines the core roles of the fire service, such as extinguishing fires and rescuing people in emergencies.

Local authorities provide essential services, including education, refuse collection, social care, environmental protection, road planning, and social housing.

The Armed Forces Covenant outlines the relationship between the armed services and the government.

The Armed Forces Act is updated every five years, with the current Act coming into force in 2021.

A political system where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, with regular elections and protected rights.

A form of government where a single person, like a king or queen, holds absolute power.

A government system where the head of state and law-making bodies are chosen by the people through elections.

A system where a monarch (e.g., king or queen) is the head of state, but their power is limited by a constitution and shared with an elected government.

A political and economic system where the state controls vital resources, such as banks and industries, with no private ownership.

Laws created by the Privy Council (Monarch and senior politicians) when Parliament is unavailable, often in emergencies or during recess.

Local laws made by councils to regulate specific areas, such as traffic rules or alcohol restrictions.

The process of determining the meaning of unclear or ambiguous legal language.

Legal principles established by judges in past cases that serve as guidelines for future decisions.

The principle of following previous court rulings, binding both the original court and lower courts.

The principle of dividing government power among separate branches, typically the executive, legislative, and judicial, to prevent any one entity from holding absolute power.

An act of the UK Parliament that reformed the office of Lord Chancellor, established the UK Supreme Court, and regulated judicial appointments.

Laws created by the UK Parliament, formed through bills approved by both houses and given royal assent.

Legislation delegated by Parliament to other bodies, allowing them to make laws within specific areas. Examples include statutory instruments.

Laws created by government ministers in their respective areas of responsibility, with expert advice and consultation.

The process of creating or changing laws in the UK, involving bills being passed through Parliament and receiving Royal Assent.

The branch of government responsible for executing and enforcing the laws. It usually includes the head of state (like a president or monarch) and their administration.

The branch of government tasked with making laws. In many countries, this involves a bicameral legislature (two houses) like the House of Commons and the House of Lords in the UK.

The central government of the UK is based in London and is made up of the House of Commons, the House of Lords, and the monarchy.

The House of Commons is the elected branch of the UK Parliament, consisting of 650 members elected from constituencies.

The House of Lords is non-elected, consisting of appointed peers. It works with the House of Commons to make and scrutinize laws.

The monarch is the head of state of the UK, currently Queen Elizabeth II. They perform ceremonial duties and act on the advice of the government.

The UK's central government focuses on issues affecting the entire country, like taxation, defense, international agreements, and national governance.

The House of Commons holds the government accountable, debates major issues, and safeguards individual rights.

The House of Lords examines legislation in detail, scrutinizes the government's policies, and contributes to law-making.

The monarch officially opens and dissolves Parliament, appoints the Prime Minister, and approves new laws.

It oversees the entire Greater London area, making decisions affecting transportation, infrastructure, and more.

They represent a specific local area, like a town or a county, and provide services like libraries, social care, and waste collection.

This body focuses on making laws for Wales, ensuring they reflect Welsh values and priorities.

The elected representatives of the London Assembly have the power to question and challenge the Mayor and their decisions.

It is responsible for key functions like making laws for Northern Ireland, scrutinizing the executive committee, and representing the interests of its people.

A document outlining a political party's policy and proposals for new laws, published before elections to inform voters.

Organizations that aim to influence elected officials on specific issues. They use methods like lobbying and action.

A consultation document produced by the government to gather feedback on policy or legislative proposals, both inside and outside Parliament.

A policy document outlining the government's proposals for future legislation, setting a direction for action.

A new law under consideration in Parliament, introduced by various actors like the government, individual MPs, or even individuals.

The person leading the governing party with most seats in the House of Commons, often the leader of the majority party.

The body that sets policy & coordinates governmental department activities, chaired by the Prime Minister and including most ministerial heads.

Civil servants are appointed by the government and must follow its policy wishes and decisions.

Transferring power from a central government to local or regional governments. It means giving them more autonomy.

The Scottish Parliament is the devolved legislature of Scotland, with its own legal system, police force, and power to raise/lower taxes.

The Welsh Assembly and Northern Ireland Assembly are regional governments with devolved powers, but less than the Scottish Parliament.

The Ministry of Defence is responsible for all branches of the armed services, including the army, navy, and air force.

The Home Office is responsible for managing the UK's border, immigration, and police forces.

The process by which a bill becomes law, involving Royal Assent and a period for public information.

The right to strike or withdraw labor in protest of government policies is generally not allowed for uniformed protective services due to legal consequences.

The Human Rights Act 1998, Equality Act 2010, and other government policies have influenced how protective services operate.

Civilianization is a trend in protective services, involving increased reliance on civilian personnel and technology, often for reasons of cost and efficiency.

Specific protective service examples showcase how organizations respond to government policy, sometimes with restrictions or unique agreements.