Original: Although the government , by virtue of commanding a majority of members in the lower house of the legislature , can usually pass its legislation and control the workings of the house , the Opposition can considerably delay the passage of legislation and obstruct government business if it chooses .
Simplified: The government , because it has a majority of members in the lower house of the legislature , can usually pass its legislation and control the workings of the house . The Opposition can slow down the process and obstruct government business if it chooses .