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Foundations of Political Science

Political Science

A collection of factual questions covering political systems, historical documents, and governance structures.

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8 Questions Medium Ages 15+ Jul 19, 2026

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1 Which document, signed in 1215, is historically considered the first to limit the absolute power of the monarch in England?

A The Bill of Rights
B The Magna Carta
C The Petition of Right
D The Act of Settlement

2 In a parliamentary system, what is the title typically held by the head of government?

A President
B Monarch
C Prime Minister
D Governor General

3 What term describes a political system where power is concentrated in the hands of a small, elite group of people?

A Oligarchy
B Democracy
C Anarchy
D Monarchy

4 Which international organization was established in 1945 with the primary goal of maintaining international peace and security?

A League of Nations
B The World Bank
C The United Nations
D NATO

5 In the context of Australian politics, which house of Parliament is known as the 'States' House'?

A House of Representatives
B The High Court
C The Senate
D Legislative Assembly

6 What is the primary function of the judiciary branch in a democratic government?

A To enact new laws
B To interpret laws and apply them to specific cases
C To manage international trade agreements
D To draft the annual national budget

7 Which political ideology advocates for the state to own and control the major means of production to ensure equality?

A Capitalism
B Liberalism
C Socialism
D Libertarianism

8 What is the term for a system of government where power is divided between a central national government and regional state governments?

A Unitary system
B Federalism
C Confederacy
D Autocracy

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