the law making body of the state, i.e. Parliament in the UK

the branch of government that is responsible for putting laws or decisions into effect

the branch of the state that is responsible for enforcing the law; it is composed of judges and other legal officials

How can we hold our leaders to account?

Citizenship

Students consider what makes a democracy, they explore key features of democracy in the UK and consider how those in power are held to account.

Should the UK be called a democracy?

the lawmaking body of the state, i.e. Parliament

composed of judges and legal officials who enforce the law

Match the word to the correct definition.

The {{}} branch is made up of the House of Commons, House of Lords and the monarchy.

by approving all decisions made by the executive

How does the legislative hold the executive accountable?

Which of the following is **not** a reason why the branches of government in the UK are kept separate?

Which of the following is a way citizens can hold government leaders accountable in the UK?

a meeting where laws are made in Parliament

a way for Parliament to pass new laws without debate

a process where the executive branch asks Parliament to make decisions

a formal investigation by Parliament into government actions or policies

House of Lords, the Prime Minister and the monarchy

House of Commons, House of Lords and the monarchy

House of Commons, House of Lords and the Prime Minister

House of Lords, the monarchy and the Prime Minister

What are the three parts of UK Parliament?

The House of Commons is made up of MPs from a variety of different {{}} and independent candidates.

to review and debate laws that have been proposed

Match the correct part of UK Parliament to its role.

Who chairs debates in the House of Commons?

If there is not a majority in a general election, a {{}} government can be formed. This is when two or more political parties may work together and form a {{}} to control a majority of seats.

Starter Quiz