📋 Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (10 marks)

Instructions: Circle the letter of the best answer for each question.

1. How many main branches of government does New Zealand have?

A) Two

B) Three

C) Four

D) Five

2. Who is the head of the New Zealand government?

A) The Governor-General

B) The Prime Minister

C) The Chief Justice

D) The King

3. What is the name of New Zealand's parliament building?

A) The Beehive

B) Parliament House

C) Government House

D) The Debating Chamber

4. How often are general elections held in New Zealand?

A) Every 2 years

B) Every 3 years

C) Every 4 years

D) Every 5 years

5. Which voting system does New Zealand use?

A) First Past the Post (FPP)

B) Mixed Member Proportional (MMP)

C) Single Transferable Vote (STV)

D) Alternative Vote (AV)

6. What is the minimum age to vote in New Zealand?

A) 16 years

B) 17 years

C) 18 years

D) 21 years

7. Which branch of government interprets the law?

A) Executive

B) Legislative

C) Judicial

D) Administrative

8. What does MMP stand for?

A) Multiple Member Parliament

B) Mixed Member Proportional

C) Majority Member Process

D) Modern Member Protocol

9. How many electorate seats are there in the New Zealand Parliament?

A) 65

B) 70

C) 72

D) 120

10. What is the role of the Governor-General?

A) To make laws

B) To represent the Crown

C) To lead the government

D) To judge court cases

✍️ Part B: Short Answer Questions (15 marks)

Instructions: Answer each question in the space provided. Use complete sentences and explain your answers clearly.

11. Explain what is meant by "separation of powers" and why it is important in a democracy. (3 marks)

12. Describe three main responsibilities of the Prime Minister of New Zealand. (3 marks)

13. Explain the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi in New Zealand's government today. (3 marks)

14. What are the three branches of government in New Zealand? Briefly explain the main role of each branch. (3 marks)

15. Describe two ways that New Zealand citizens can participate in the democratic process besides voting. (3 marks)

🌏 Part C: Comparative Government Question (10 marks)

Instructions: Choose ONE other country's government system that you have studied (e.g., United States, Australia, United Kingdom). Compare this system with New Zealand's government by explaining at least TWO similarities and TWO differences. Use specific examples to support your answer.

16. Country chosen: ________________________

Comparison Essay: