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Life in the UK Test Practice Question · Ho & Duck: Add-on — Government & Law

What key functions does the King perform?

A) Chairing Cabinet meetings and overseeing the writing of new laws
B) Representing the UK internationally and formally opening each new session of Parliament
C) Approving all government spending and setting interest rates
D) Selecting all government ministers and appointing senior civil servants

Correct answer: Representing the UK internationally and formally opening each new session of Parliament

The King performs important ceremonial and diplomatic functions, including representing the UK internationally and formally opening each new session of Parliament.

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The King performs a range of important ceremonial and diplomatic functions, including representing the UK internationally and formally opening each new session of Parliament.

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