Democracy, Parliament and government
Learn Democracy, Parliament and government for Years 7–9 pupils (ages 11–14). Free practice questions, lessons and worked examples — aligned to the UK National Curriculum.
What you'll learn
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The UK is a parliamentary democracy with a constitutional monarchy. Voters elect MPs, and Parliament makes the law.
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The UK uses first past the post: the candidate with the most votes in each constituency wins, even without a majority.
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Which chamber of Parliament is elected?
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Parliament and government are not the same thing. Government runs the country; Parliament makes law and holds government to account.
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A bill becomes law by passing both Houses and receiving Royal Assent. Along the way it is debated, amended and voted on repeatedly.
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What is the main job of Parliament?
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What is a constituency?
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Free AI-tutored lessons, unlimited practice questions, and progress tracking for ages 11–14. Aligned to the UK National Curriculum.