In the passage below, the numbered gaps indicate missing words. Against each number in the passage, five options are offered in columns lettered A to E. Fill each numbered gap with the most appropriate of the options (Nos. 71 - 80).

Here are the solutions to the passage completion questions: Question 71: Step 1: The sentence discusses the branches of government combined in a parliamentary system. It mentions the "legislative branches." Step 2: In a parliamentary system, the executive and legislative branches are often combined, as the executive (prime minister and cabinet) is drawn from the legislature. The correct option is C. C. executive Question 72: Step 1: The sentence refers to the "political head of state" who is chosen by the majority party. Step 2: In a parliamentary system, this figure is commonly called a "prime minister." The correct option is C. C. minister Question 73: Step 1: The sentence states the prime minister is "chosen by the majority party in -73-." Step 2: The prime minister is chosen from within the parliament, which is the legislative body. The correct option is A. A. parliament Question 74: Step 1: The sentence continues, "...to serve as the head of the -74- party." Step 2: The prime minister is the head of the majority party that forms the government. The correct option is C. C. majority Question 75: Step 1: The sentence compares the prime minister's role to "the president plays in a -75- system." Step 2: A president is the head of state and government in a presidential system. The correct option is C. C. presidential Question 76: Step 1: The sentence states, "...it is easier to pass -76- in a parliamentary system..." Step 2: Legislatures are primarily responsible for passing laws. The correct option is A. A. laws Question 77: Step 1: The sentence explains that prime ministers are "neither directly -77- by the -78-." Step 2: Prime ministers are not directly elected by the general populace; they are chosen by the majority party in parliament. The correct option is D. D. elected Question 78: Step 1: The sentence refers to who would directly elect a leader, contrasting with how prime ministers are chosen: "neither directly elected by the -78-." Step 2: If a leader were directly elected, it would be by the people. The correct option is A. A. people Question 79: Step 1: The sentence mentions removal "through a no-confidence -79-." Step 2: A "no-confidence vote" is a standard procedure in parliamentary systems to challenge the government. The correct option is A. A. vote Question 80: Step 1: The sentence concludes, "...if they were to lose the support of their -80-." Step 2: A prime minister needs to maintain the support of their party to remain in power. The correct option is C. C. party Send me the next one 📸