Systems of Government
What is the main feature of a democracy?
Citizens have the right to vote and participate in government
What is a bill?
A proposed new law
Who is the current deputy prime minister of New Zealand?
David Seymour
What political party is Donald Trump a part of?
Republican Party (Grand Old Party)
What does the word migration mean?
Moving from one place to live in another
In a monarchy, who usually holds power?
A king or queen
Where are bills first introduced in New Zealand?
The House of Representatives (Parliament)
How many MPs are in New Zealand Parliament?
123
What is the United Nations (UN)?
An international organisation that helps countries work together for peace and human rights
What is the equator?
An imaginary line around the middle of the Earth
In an anarchy, what exists?
No formal government or laws
How many readings does a bill go through in Parliament before it can become law?
Three
How do most MPs get into Parliament?
They are elected by the public in general elections
What year will be the next US election?
2028 (Hopefully)
How many continents are there in the world?
Seven
What type of government combines religious and political leadership?
Theocracy
Who can introduce a bill in New Zealand Parliament?
Any Member of Parliament (MP)
What is the name of the place where MPs meet and debate in New Zealand?
The House of Representatives
Which current world leader is the Prime Minister of Australia, recently re-elected in May 2025?
Anthony Albanese
What is colonisation?
When one country takes control of another area or people
What is communism?
A system where the government owns most property and resources, aiming for equality
What is the Select Committee stage?
When a group of MPs reviews the bill and hears public submissions
What is the difference between a list MP and an electorate MP?
List MPs are chosen from party lists; electorate MPs are voted in by specific areas
What are the two main parties in the United Kingdom?
Labour and Conservative (Tories)
What is sustainability?
Using resources in a way that doesn’t harm the environment and can last a long time