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What are the 3 branches of government?
Judiciary(judicial), Legislative(legislature), Executive
How many people make up the senate?
21
Who is the head of state of Jamaica?
The Queen/King
How many persons does the opposition recommends to the senate?
8
Which arm of government is responsible for making laws?
Legislative
Which arm of government is responsible for administering the law?
Judiciary
Who is the Minister of Finance and Planning is Jamaica?
Dr. Nigel Clarke
What are the names of the two elections we have in Jamaica?
The General Election and the Local Government Election
For how long must a person live in Jamaica before he or she can apply for citizenship through naturalisation?
For a minimum of five years
What are 5 ways a person can become a citizen of Jamaica?
Descent, Adoption, Marriage, Naturalisation, birth
Is paying tax a right or a responsibility?
Responsibility
Parliament is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives. (True or False)
True
Who represents the Queen in Jamaica?
The Governor General
What does the abbreviation EOJ means?
Electoral Office of Jamaica
What is the name of the place where Members of Parliament meet to discuss the nation's business?
Gordon House
Into how many constituencies is Jamaica divided?
63
