UK Politics Quiz

Who was the British Prime Minister during the majority of World War II?

• Clement Attlee

• Winston Churchill

• Neville Chamberlain

• Harold Wilson

Which UK political party is traditionally represented by the color blue?

• Labour Party

• Liberal Democrats

• Conservative Party

• Green Party

What is the voting system called that is used for most UK general elections?

• Proportional Representation

• Single Transferable Vote

• First Past the Post

• Alternative Vote

How often are general elections held in the UK, assuming no snap elections are called?

• Every 3 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 5 years

• Every 6 years

Which of the following Prime Ministers served immediately after Tony Blair?

• Gordon Brown

• David Cameron

• Theresa May

• John Major

What is the main function of the UK's House of Lords?

• Electing the Prime Minister

• Reviewing and amending proposed legislation

• Representing the UK in the European Union

• Conducting local government elections

Which political party is known for its strong advocacy of Scottish independence?

• Plaid Cymru

• Scottish National Party (SNP)

• UK Independence Party (UKIP)

• Conservative Party

In the context of UK politics, what does the term "hung parliament" mean?

• A parliament where no party has an overall majority

• A parliament that is suspended or dissolved

• A parliament dominated by a single party

• A parliament undergoing a major scandal

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of local governments in the UK?

• Education

• Defense

• Transportation

• Waste management

What is the minimum age at which one can vote in general elections in the UK?

• 16

• 17

• 18

• 21