Learn the key words and expressions. authority [L'TPrqtI] – власть

affair – дело

authority [L'TPrqtI] – власть

be responsible for – быть ответственным за

bill – законопроект

chamber – палата

civil servant – государственный служащий

consist of – состоять из

crown – корона

house – (зд.) парламент

law – закон

permission – разрешение

power – власть

signature – подпись

statute ['stxtSHt] – законодательный

акт парламента

support – поддерживать

Check your comprehension.

1. What kind of state is the United Kingdom? 2. What are the main organs of the British government? 3. What is the main function of the Parliament? 4. What is the executive power in Great Britain? 5. Who does the Cabinet consist of?

TEXT 7

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