Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Powers of the British Prime Minister

Powers of the British Prime Minister

Lord John Wakeham discussed different powers of the Prime Minister within Parliament, as well as comparing it to the U.S. system.

Description

Lord John Wakeham discussed different powers of the Prime Minister within Parliament, as well as comparing them to those in the U.S. system.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • Describe the appointment power of the Prime Minister within the parliamentary system in Britain. What restraints are there on this power?
  • How long are appointments for Lords? What exceptions are there?
  • Explain how Supreme Court Justices in Britain are selected and any limits to their appointments.
  • Describe how cabinet members can be removed.
  • According to Lord John Wakeham, does a president or prime minister have more power in their respective governments? Explain his reasoning.
  • AP Comparative Government FRQ Practice: Explain how the fusion of power is reflected in a parliamentary system of government.
  • AP Comparative Government FRQ Practice: Compare how the role of the legislature differs in a parliamentary system and a presidential system.

Participants

Vocabulary

  • Cabinet
  • House Of Commons
  • House Of Lords
  • Impeachment
  • Lord Chancellor
  • Parliament
  • Prime Minister
  • Vote Of No Confidence

Topics

Comparative Government

Grades

Middle SchoolHigh SchoolUniversity