British Parliamentary Debate Quiz

What is the role of the Prime Minister in a British Parliamentary debate?

• To present the opening government's case

• To rebut the arguments of the opposition

• To moderate the debate

• To provide closing remarks

What is the purpose of the Leader of the Opposition in a British Parliamentary debate?

• To support the government's case

• To challenge the government's case

• To provide a closing statement

• To keep time

What is the role of the Closing Opposition in a British Parliamentary debate?

• To support the government's case

• To challenge the government's case

• To provide a closing statement

• To keep time

How is the winner typically determined in a British Parliamentary debate?

• By audience applause

• By a panel of judges

• By the loudest speaker

• By the Prime Minister's decision

How long are the speeches typically in a British Parliamentary debate official competition?

• 5 minutes

• 7 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

Who is the third speaker in a British Parliamentary debate?

• The Prime Minister

• The Deputy Prime Minister

• The Leader of the Opposition

• The Whip

Who is responsible for delivering the Closing Government's case in a British Parliamentary debate?

• The Prime Minister

• The Deputy Prime Minister

• The Leader of the Opposition

• The Whip

How many teams are typically involved in a British Parliamentary debate?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the purpose of Points of Information in a British Parliamentary debate?

• To interrupt the speaker

• To ask questions

• To provide additional arguments

• To summarize the debate

What is the role of the Whip in a British Parliamentary debate?

• To provide a summary of the debate

• To ensure that the debate stays on topic

• To provide additional arguments for their team

• To moderate the cross-examination