Political Parties
What is a political party?
A group of persons who share the same ideas and wish to work together to win elections/become the government.
TRIPLE POINTS!!!
What is a law?
A law is a rule by the government that one must follow.
What is the title given to our Head of State?
King/Queen
What is the name of our current Prime Minister of The Bahamas?
The Rt. Honorable Phillip "Brave" Davis
What is elections all about?
Voting for a new party to run the government.
List the two major political parties in The Bahamas.
FNM, PLP
What are rights?
Freedoms or protections that people are allowed to have
DOUBLE POINTS
What is the name of the person that represents the King/Queen?
The Governor General
What is the name of the leader of the Free National Movement?
Michael Pintard
How often are general elections held?
Every 5 years
What does the acronym "PLP" stand for?
Progressive Liberal Party
Name one group that makes the laws in The Bahamas?
House of Assembly/Senate
What does the acronym "M.P." stand for?
Member of Parliament
DOUBLE POINTS!!!!!
What is the name of the first Prime Minister?
Sir Lynden Oscar Pindling
What is the PLP slogan for this election?
"Choose Progress"
DOUBLE POINTSSS!!!
Which political party is currently the opposition?
FNM
Name two rights every person/children has.
Freedom of speech, movement, the right to vote, free education etc..
King Charles lll
What is the name of the first Governor General?
Sir Milo Butler
State three requirements to vote in The Bahamas.
Bahamian, over 18, sound mind
Give two roles of a political party during elections.
Campaigning, Hosting events, Encouraging voters, Outlining their ideas etc..
Is this a right or a law?
"All children must attend school up to a certain age"
law
What was the name of the previous Head of State?
Queen Elizabeth ll
How many Prime Ministers did the Bahamas have?
5
DOUBLE POINTS!!
List any 4 M.P's from different constituencies.
Any 4