Just Gimme My ZaZa
(Healthcare)
(Healthcare)
What is the UK's healthcare called?
What is the "National Healthcare Service (NHS)?"
-said some random American
This religious group has significant political influence in the U.S.—particularly on conservative policies such as abortion and LGBTQ+ rights
A. Christians
B. Muslims
C. Hindus
D. Jews
Can I get an "A" for "amen?"
Unlike their American counterparts, the majority of police officers in this country do not carry firearms while on duty
(hint, we were just there for 3 months...)
What is the United Kingdom?
Which media is more polarized the UK or the US
What is the US?
True/False: Because the US's healthcare cost more, it has better results
FALSE!!!!! (tragically)
Despite having an official state church, the UK’s political system is considered this compared to the U.S.
A. spiritual
B. holy
C. secular
D. pious
I "C" the church does not have as much power in the UK
The right to bear arms in the U.S. is protected under this amendment to the Constitution
What is the 2nd Amendment?
Yay, you know your rights!
What is the largest news network in the UK?
A. CNN
B. BBC
C. Fox
D. Sky News
B for BBC
Which major US Political Party is more likely to favor Government funded healthcare?
(only 2 possibilities here, don't overthink it)
Who 'dem Democrats
In the U.S., religious beliefs often influence voting patterns, whereas in the UK, these factors are more influential in shaping policies
(two answers possible; +100 points earned if both are named)
A. religion
B. secular values
C. family values
D. public opinion
E. the Monarchy
B and D
In the United Kingdom, this type of firearm is completely illegal for private citizens to own
(hint: they can have shotguns and rifles, but not something that fits in your "hand...")
What is a handgun?
But hey, can still have rifles and shotguns...
What’s the main reason news networks take political sides instead of staying neutral?
(two possible answers for this one)
Gotta get them ratings (or views) up!
How much does the NHS take from the average UK citizen's income (Estimations within 0.5% allowed)
4.5%
This historical event in the U.S. contributed to religion becoming a strong force in its political culture.
(hint: it's one of the amendments in the US Constitution)
What is the 1st Amendment?
Congratulations, you know your US history!
Although making up less than 5% of the world's population, the United States owns this percentage of the world's civilian-held guns
(values within 5% are allowed)
46%
Gotta stay strapped cause these streets are tough!
Which UK law regulates broadcasting and banned political influence on TV or radio?
A. News Regulation Act
B. Political Television Law
C. Communications Act
D. Neutral Influence Law
C for Communications Act
What was the US's (or UK's) avoidable deaths per 100,000 in 2020?
(Estimations within 20 units allowed)
(+200 points earned if both are answered within range)
336 (for US)
194 (for UK)
Yikes, what a difference!
While the U.S. often sees religion impact elections, the UK’s religious influence is mainly limited to this government institution.
+100 points earned chance: this institution has strong influence in UK politics (true/false)
(hint: "House of _______")
What is the House of the Lords?
And no, they don't have strong influence
How many guns are owned per 100 people in 2017 for either country?
(values within +-20 of actual value are allowed)
(+200 points earned if both UK and US values are answered within range)
US: 120.5 (WE STAYING STRAPPED WITH THIS ONE!!!!!!)
UK: 4.6
What part of social media is the reason for reinforcing your own beliefs and filtering opposing views?
(hint: sites like YouTube use the same sort of methods and YouTubers use this to get attention)
What are algorithms/bots?