Match Up the Stages with Which a Bill Goes Through

question 38

Multiple Choice

Match up the stages with which a Bill goes through Parliament with the procedure
-First reading

• A)The provisions of the Bill are considered in detail and may be amended in such a way as to ensure that it conforms with the general approval given by the House
• B)The general principles of the Bill are subject to extensive debate
• C)The standing committee reports the Bill back to the House for consideration of any amendments made during the committee stage
• D)Formal procedure in which its title is read and a date set for its second reading

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