SS10 Gov't Review

_______ are people paid to try to influence government policy.

The legal principle that laws apply equally to all members of society - no one is above the law.

A problem with the 1960 Bill of Rights was that it could be amended or changed like any other piece of legislation

Ultimate symbol of authority of the House of Commons

People who publicize in a positive way the words and actions of politicians or political parties

How many time zones are there in Canada?

Canadian political party most likely to support the military, tradition and business interests.

Members of a legislature who are not cabinet ministers, party leaders or opposition critics.

Courts can strike down a law, but they cannot order it be replaced by something else. That is up to the government.

Of the following, who is the most fit teacher?

A political system in which citizens elect a politician to represent them and make decisions on their behalf

The debate stage for when a bill becomes a law.

A bill introduced into the House by a member who is not in cabinet.

A vote in Parliament whereby members vote according to their own conscience.

Who was the first Vancouver Canuck to score 50 goals in a season?

By making voting compulsory, Australia has made elections

The 'referee' in the House of Commons.

A list of priorities and plan for governing published by a political party.

Allows governments to pass a law even if it violates a specific freedom or right in the Charter.

Who was the second prime minister of Canada?

The last step in the electoral process is

Group of ministers chosen by the PM who decide gov't policy; each minister has a responsibility for a department

Full public support for the PM and cabinet.

Section One of the Charter

A voter in a riding.

Greek for 'rule by the people'

A minority government has more than 50% of the seats in the House of Commons.

Affirmative action programs are allowable in Canada to improve the conditions of disadvantaged groups or individuals.

A legal decision that serves as a rule for future similar cases.

The First-past-the-post system is based upon the proportion of votes a party wins.

Gives legislation a 'second and sober' look. Often criticized for being ineffectual.

A formal alliance of political parties.

The 1982 Charter of Rights and Freedoms is entrenched in our constitution.

A favour, often an appointment to a juicy government position, given in return for political support to a "butt-kisser".

Sits directly opposite from the PM in the House of Commons.

At least seven provinces, totalling at least 50% of the population of all provinces

Triple E senate reform refers to