Types of Parliamentary Proceedings

This quiz will test your understanding of the different types of parliamentary proceedings.

14 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the formal procedure by which a bill is introduced in Parliament?

  1. First Reading
  2. Second Reading
  3. Third Reading
  4. Committee Stage
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which stage of the legislative process involves the detailed examination of a bill by a committee?

  1. First Reading
  2. Second Reading
  3. Third Reading
  4. Committee Stage
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the final stage of the legislative process, in which a bill is voted on by the entire House?

  1. First Reading
  2. Second Reading
  3. Third Reading
  4. Committee Stage
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the motion that is used to adjourn a debate in Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn
  2. Motion to Postpone
  3. Motion to Suspend
  4. Motion to Close
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the motion that is used to postpone the consideration of a bill or a motion?

  1. Motion to Adjourn
  2. Motion to Postpone
  3. Motion to Suspend
  4. Motion to Close
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the motion that is used to suspend the rules of Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn
  2. Motion to Postpone
  3. Motion to Suspend
  4. Motion to Close
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the motion that is used to close a debate in Parliament?

  1. Motion to Adjourn
  2. Motion to Postpone
  3. Motion to Suspend
  4. Motion to Close
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is referred to a committee for detailed examination?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Forward
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is sent to a joint committee of both Houses of Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Forward
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is forwarded to the President for his assent?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Forward
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is returned to the House for reconsideration?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Return
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is withdrawn from Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Withdraw
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is rejected by Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Reject
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the procedure by which a bill is passed by Parliament?

  1. Motion to Refer
  2. Motion to Commit
  3. Motion to Send
  4. Motion to Pass