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Question 169 · Government and elections

What does the monarch do at the State Opening of Parliament?

  1. A Sets out the government's plans in a speech ✓ Correct
  2. B Chooses which laws to pass
  3. C Appoints all MPs
  4. D Leads debates in the Commons

✅ Correct answer: A — Sets out the government's plans in a speech

💡 Explanation

At the State Opening, the monarch delivers a speech, written by the government, setting out its plans for the coming year.

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