Role of the Opposition in the Bahamas 1

Who is the current leader of the Opposition?

• Hon. Clay Sweeting

• Hon. Phillip Brave Davis

• Demsond Banister

• Dr. Michael Darville

Which is the name of the political party that is currently the opposition?

• DNA

• FNM

• PLP

• BDA

The leader of the opposition has a number of duties. Select the duties that will be carried out by the leader.

• Chairing the meetings of Shadow Cabinet

• Identifying as an alternative prime minister.

• Leading and publicizing the development of party policy

• Authorise a general election when procedures aren't followed.

Which committee is the leader of the opposition in charge of?

• Electoral Opposition Committee

• Parliamentary Accounts Committee

• Legislature Opposition Committee

• Public Accounts Committee

The Opposition’s main role is to ____ the ____ of the day and hold them ____ to the public.

Write down 1 roles/functions of the opposition in the legislature.