What does 'peer' mean in the context of the House of Lords?
A person holding a title in the House of Lords.
What does 'hereditary' mean regarding transmission?
Passed down by birth and family right.
Who are 'constituents'?
People represented by an elected official.
What does 'undemocratic' mean?
Not based on or respecting democratic principles.
What does 'appointed' mean in terms of a position?
Officially designated rather than elected.
What does majority mean in elections?
More than half of the votes.
How can a candidate win in first past the post without a majority?
By having the most votes without exceeding half.
What does scattered mean regarding electoral distribution?
Spread across many constituencies.
What does unfair mean?
Unjust, inequitable, or disadvantageous.
What does scrutiny mean in legislative process?
Careful examination of a bill before adoption.
What does electorate refer to?
All voters in a constituency.
What are the three parts of the UK Parliament?
The House of Commons, the House of Lords, and the Monarch.
In which year did devolution transfer powers to Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish assemblies?
1998.
What does the House of Commons do with laws and topics?
It discusses laws and debates topics.
What is the role of the House of Lords regarding new laws?
It looks at new laws.
How often do general elections usually take place?
Every five years.
What are the voting requirements for voters?
They must go to a polling station and be at least 18 years old.
Why are members of the House of Lords called life peers?
Because they are appointed for life rather than elected.
Who must sign a bill for it to become law?
The House of Lords, the House of Commons and the Monarch.
What can the House of Lords do regarding laws and the government?
It checks laws and questions the government.
Can the House of Lords block laws from being passed?
No, it cannot block laws from being passed.
What does the winner need in the first past the post system?
More votes than other candidates, not a majority of all votes.
Why can smaller parties get few seats despite many votes?
Their votes are spread across many constituencies.
What do some people think about the British electoral system?
It is unfair and unbalanced, supporting proportional representation.
What does 'aristocracy' refer to?
The nobility or upper class.
What is a 'caricature'?
An exaggerated or humorous representation of something.
What does 'personal statement' mean?
A written description of a person's qualities, intentions, or experiences.
What does concentrated mean in geographic terms?
Grouped in certain geographic areas.
What is the meaning of outcome in elections?
The final result of an election or event.
How many Members of Parliament does the House of Commons have?
650 Members of Parliament.
How many members does the House of Lords have?
800 members.
On which date was Keir Starmer elected?
On June 4th 2024.
Who is the only person allowed to carry the mace in the chamber?
The Serjeant at Arms.
How can members of the House of Lords obtain their position?
By appointment, inheritance, or holding certain jobs.
Why do some people consider the House of Lords undemocratic?
Because British citizens cannot choose its members.
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1. Que signifie « hereditary » dans le vocabulaire politique britannique ?
2. Que désigne le terme « peer » dans le système politique britannique ?
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