British Parliament
Definition
The British Parliament refers to the legislative body of the United Kingdom that makes laws and governs the country. It is composed of two houses, the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
Analogy
Think of the British Parliament as a team of decision-makers who create rules for their country, similar to how a school's student council creates rules for their school.
Related terms
Monarchy: A form of government in which a single ruler, usually a king or queen, holds all political power.
House of Commons: One of the two houses in the British Parliament where elected representatives from different constituencies debate and pass laws.
House of Lords: The other house in the British Parliament consisting mainly of appointed members who provide expertise and review proposed legislation.
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Practice Questions (6)
What was the main intent of British Parliament in passing the Sugar Act?
What act introduced by British Parliament attempted to control trade within its colonies?
Which legislation passed by British Parliament led to widespread protest in the American colonies?
What legislation was passed by the British Parliament in 1765 that led to protests in America?
What law passed by the British Parliament regulated colonial trade and enabled Britain to collect taxes from the colonies?
Which act, passed by the British Parliament in 1765, imposed a direct tax on the colonies, leading to widespread protest?
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