Friday, January 25, 2013

UK Test Study Guide


How does the head of state in Mexico differ from the head of state in the United Kingdom?

List the duties / characteristics

            UK                                                                               Mexico

How does a Unitary system differ from a federal system?

Explain why 3rd parties have relatively low number of seats in parliament compared to their overall support in the electorate. 
            Which parties would advocate for the “Alternative Vote”?

For Great Britain, describe one argument for and one against joining the Euro.

Describe 2 methods by which the UK could make the decision  to adopt the European single currency (euro)

For Mexico, describe one benefit of joining NAFTA and one detrimental effect of joining NAFTA.

Describe the impact of joining an international organization on state sovereignty.

What is the nickname given to the finance minister in Britain?

Which elections system is likely to have the most parties;  SMD or proportional?

What are the institutions of political socialization? (how have your beliefs been shaped?)

What regions within Britain have gained power as a result of devolution?

What has been the greatest social cleavage in Britain over the 20th century?
            (think about industrialized nations in general)

4 of the following 5 are used as the basis for law in the UK, which are they?
            Magna Carta
            Scholarly treatises
            Common Law
            Judicial Review
            Statutes

What role does the house of lords play in selecting the PM?

No comments:

Post a Comment