Chapter 5 Practice Test 5
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How is the Speaker elected?
The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.
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Where can you find details about the small claims procedure?
You can get details about the small claims procedure from your local County Court or Sheriff Court.
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Which court deals with the most serious cases of children aged 10 to 17 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, if an accused person is aged 10 to 17, the case is normally heard in a Youth Court in front of up to three specially trained magistrates or a District Judge. The most serious cases will go the Crown Court.
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How can you visit the Senedd?
To book guided tours or seats in the public galleries for the Senedd you can contact the Senedd Booking Service on 0300 200 6565, email contact@senedd.wales or visit www.senedd.wales for an online booking form.
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Which of the following is NOT a devolved administration?
There are three devolved administrations in the UK, this include: the Welsh government, the Scottish Parliament and the Northern Ireland Assembly
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The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council:
The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council.
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Who is in charge of appointing the local Chief Constable?
PCCs (Police and Crime Commissioners) set local police priorities and the local policing budget. They also appoint the local Chief Constable.
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Which of the following countries is not a member of the Commonwealth?
Costa Rica is not a member of the Commonwealth.
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Whose details are NOT listed in the Phone Book?
MPs, Senedd members (SMs) and members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) are also listed in The Phone Book, published by BT. The King is not.
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If you are arrested and taken to a police station, a police officer should:
If you are arrested and taken to a police station, a police officer will tell you the reason for your arrest and you will be able to seek legal advice.
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In which of the following matters can the Scottish Parliament legislate (choose FIVE options)?
The Scottish Parliament can legislate on: civil and criminal law, health, education, planning and additional tax-raising powers.
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Who represents the UK to the rest of the world?
The King represents the UK to the rest of the world.
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When did hereditary peers lose the automatic right to attend the House of Lords?
Since 1999, hereditary peers have lost the automatic right to attend the House of Lords.
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What is the opposition?
The second-largest party in the House of Commons is called the opposition.
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Which of the following organisations has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, including the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
The Council of Europe is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries. It has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, the most well-known of which is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, usually called the European Convention on Human Rights.
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In the UK, brutality and violence in the home is not a crime:
In the UK, brutality and violence in the home is a serious crime.
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In which city is the Scottish Parliament building, also known as Holyrood, located?
In Scotland the elected members, called MSPs, meet in the Scottish Parliament building at Holyrood in Edinburgh.
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a criminal offence in the UK?
Cases of unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace are considered civil offences.
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How long does it take to donate blood?
Giving blood only takes about an hour to do.
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How often do people who are 70 years old or over need to renew their driving licence?
Drivers can use their driving licence until they are 70 years old. After that, the licence is valid for three years at a time.
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How can MPs be contacted (choose TWO options)?
You can contact MPs by letter or telephone at their constituency office, or at their office in the House of Commons: The House of Commons, Westminster, London SW1A OAA, telephone 0207729 3000.
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Members of the Welsh government are elected every four years on the basis of:
The Welsh government and the Senedd are based in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. There are 60 members of the Senedd (SMs) and elections are held every four years using a form of proportional representation.
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How often are the general elections held in the UK?
MPs are elected at a General Election, which is held at least every five years.
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The devolved administrations of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each have their own civil service:
The devolved administrations each have their own civil service.
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