South African Parliament and Democracy

South African Parliament and Democracy

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Civics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the legislative branch of government, focusing on the South African Parliament's structure and functions. It explains the bicameral nature of Parliament, consisting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces, and outlines their roles in lawmaking, electing the President, and overseeing the Executive. The video also highlights the importance of parliamentary committees and public participation in the legislative process.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key features of democracy discussed in the video?

Monarchical rule

Direct democracy

Centralization of power

Separation of powers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the South African Parliament located?

Johannesburg

Pretoria

Cape Town

Durban

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are Members of Parliament (MPs) elected in South Africa?

Directly by the public

By the President

Through a proportional representation system

By the judiciary

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main role of the National Council of Provinces?

To represent national interests

To represent provincial interests

To oversee the judiciary

To elect the President

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many delegates does each province nominate to the National Council of Provinces?

5

10

15

20

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main functions of Parliament?

To manage local councils

To conduct foreign policy

To appoint judges

To pass laws

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who elects the President in South Africa?

The judiciary

The public directly

The National Council of Provinces

The National Assembly

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