General Knowledge
Who is the current Prime Minister of New Zealand?
Christopher Luxon
What type of government does New Zealand have?
A parliamentary democracy
What is the name of New Zealand’s Parliament building?
The Bee Hive
How many votes does each voter get in New Zealand’s general elections?
2
Who led the movement for women’s right to vote in New Zealand?
Kate Sheppard?
Name 5 Electoral Parties
National, Labour, Greens, Te Pati Maori, Act, TOP, NZ First
How often are general elections held in New Zealand?
Every 3 years
How many MPs (Members of Parliament) are there in New Zealand?
120
At what age can New Zealand citizens vote
18
Who was New Zealand's Prime Minister before Chris Hipkins?
Jacinda Ardern
What does MMP stand for?
Mixed member proportional
What is the role of the Executive branch in New Zealand’s government?
To enforce the law
What voting system does New Zealand use in its general elections?
Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP)
What is a coalition government?
A government formed by multiple political parties
What does rangatiratanga mean?
"chieftainship," "self-determination," or "sovereignty".
Name 3 types of collective action
Strike, protest, petition, referendum, Letter to the editor, collective group
Who is the Head of State in New Zealand?
King or Queen of the United Kingdom
What is the name of the person who leads debates in Parliament?
The Speaker of the House
In which year did New Zealand adopt the MMP voting system?
1996
Who is the current Minister of Education?
Erica Stanford
What is the debating chamber?
New Zealand debating chamber is a horseshoe-shaped hall located inside Parliament House in Wellington where the House of Representatives gathers to debate bills and conduct parliamentary business. [1, 2, 3]
What is the function of the Judiciary in the New Zealand government?
interpret and apply laws
What is an electorate in New Zealand?
Voting district that elects one MP
What happens if no political party wins a majority in a general election?
They form a coalition government
What is 'arbitrary' power?
Arbitrary power refers to authority or rule that is unrestrained, uncontrolled, and not governed by consistent laws, principles, or objective criteria.