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The Australian government can be formed if the party or coalition has a majority in _____
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The local government is responsible for local roads, bridges etc.
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Which government is responsible for managing roads and railways?
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Who is responsible for building permits in Australia?
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Which one is NOT a political party in Australia?
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Power to put the laws into practice is known as
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Who sign’s the bills passed by the Australian Parliament?
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Who is responsible for Taxation in Australia?
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Is Australia a constitutional monarchy?
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Who can put the laws into practice in Australia?
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In Australia, a court judgement is based on?
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How many members are elected to the people’s House?
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What role of a jury in a court is?
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What is the role of members of the Senate?
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In Australia, who has jurisdiction over foreign affairs (relations with other countries)?
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In territory government, who is the head of the government?
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Which of the following is a TRUE statement about laws in Australia?
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The Australian parliamentary democracy system is founded on
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What is another name for the House of Representatives?
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The Australian government is responsible for local roads, bridges etc.
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Who is responsible for hospitals and health services in Australia?
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Which branch of government can put laws into practice?
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Social security (Pensions and family support) is the responsibility of
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Which of the following is TRUE about voting?
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Who is responsible for trade and commerce in Australia?
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How is Australia divided for elections?
27.
Which Commonwealth agency is responsible for conducting federal elections and referendums?
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What happens if you do not vote in an election?
29.
Primarily, the Australian government is responsible for forestry
30.
Why is the government power divided into three powers (legislative, executive and judicial) in the Australian Constitution?
31.
Who decides if the law is broken and decides on the penalty for it?
32.
Which government looks after immigration and citizenship in Australia?
33.
In Australia, it’s a crime to bribe the police.
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Which of the following is TRUE regarding parliament and Constitution?
35.
Who appoints the Governor-General in Australia?
36.
The Australian constitution was initially passed as part of ____________?
37.
What happens to the Bill presented in the Australian Parliament?
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Power to make laws in Australia is known as
39.
Who is the head of the local council?
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Who proposes new laws or variations to the existing laws?
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Who has a role in protecting life and property?
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Who is responsible for applying the laws in Australia?
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Who approves the appointments of the Australian government and ministers?
44.
What does the acronym “AFP” stand for?
45.
Who is the King’s representative in each of the states?
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What does the term ATO stand for?
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What are the names of houses in the Commonwealth Parliament in Australia?
48.
Which country did the colonies in Australia belong to?
49.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force?
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Which of the following is TRUE for the Australian Political party?
51.
Elected representative of the state or territory in the Australian parliament is known as
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Do Australians ever vote in referendums?
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In state government, who is the head of the government?
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Legal document containing fundamental rules of the Australian Government is known as __________
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The King has no day-to-day role in the Australian Government
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How many members are elected to the House of Representatives or Lower House?
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Who is responsible for providing parks and playgrounds?
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Is it lawful to possess illegal drugs in Australia?
59.
Which of the following is NOT part of the executive team in Australia?
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In Australia, who has jurisdiction over child care and aged care centres?
61.
The essential decision-making body of the Australian Government is known as
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Who is responsible for traffic controls in Australia?
63.
Who elects the representative for the Australian parliament?
64.
Public transport is the responsibility of
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The community and the police have a good relationship in Australia.
66.
Can the federal or state government remove a judge if it disagrees with their decisions?
67.
When did the idea of one Australian nation become a reality?
68.
What is meant by constitutional monarchy?
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Who has the authority to make or alter laws in Australia?
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Who is responsible for the drainage system in Australia?
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Which one is the TRUE statement regarding freedom in Australia?
72.
What does the term AEC stand for?
73.
The party leader with the second most prominent members in the House of Representatives becomes?
74.
Wearing seatbelts are mandatory for everyone travelling in a car
75.
Which branch of government can interpret and apply laws?
76.
Who is the king’s representative in each state of Australia?
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Which Commonwealth agency maintains the electoral roll?
78.
Who approves the appointments of federal judges?
79.
In a referendum, what does a double majority mean?
80.
Local environmental issues are the responsibility of ____
81.
What is the system of government in Australia?
82.
In Australia, who has legislative power?
83.
Who has the empowerment to alter or modify the laws of the Australian Territory?
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Once the majority of members in each house of parliament agree on a Bill, it goes to ___
85.
Who is responsible for caravan parks in Australia?
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How do people vote in Australian Elections?
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Breaking traffic laws can result in fines or imprisonment
88.
Who recommends members of parliament to become Ministers?
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The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is
90.
How is Bill approved in parliament before it goes to the Governor-General?
92.
Which of the following is considered unlawful?
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Who is responsible for the communication network in Australia?
94.
What are the different types of local government areas?
95.
What change happened in Australia in 1967?
96.
How many senators are elected from each territory?
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Who is the King’s representative in Australia?
98.
Elected representative of the people in the Australian or a state parliament is known as
99.
The party leader with a Majority in the House of Representatives becomes?
100.
Local libraries and community centre’s responsibility is with _______
101.
The Australian government is responsible for “Immigration and citizenship”?
102.
Who is the king’s representative in the Northern Territory?
103.
What is the role of members of the House of Representatives?
104.
In the Australian constitution, the power of government is divided into?
105.
Who is Australia’s Head of State under the constitution?
106.
Who is responsible for defence in Australia?
107.
Food inspection is the responsibility of
108.
How many senators are elected from each state?
109.
Which following is responsible for applying and interpreting Australia's laws?
110.
The AEC is independent of the government
111.
Who should Australian citizens raise their concerns about government policy?
112.
How can a referendum change the Australian constitution?
113.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about AFP?
114.
Police is the primary responsibility of __________
115.
Which of the following is a TURE statement about Australian courts?
116.
Which of the following is a TURE statement about the Australian court system?
117.
Which government looks after street signs in Australia?
118.
How many senators are elected to the Upper house or Senate?
119.
Which one is TRUE regarding "independents" in Australia?
120.
Who is the highest authority in Australian Courts?
121.
How does a Bill become a law?
122.
Is it illegal to have a sexual relationship with children or young people in Australia?
123.
How many states and territories are in Australia?
124.
Which one aligns best with the definition of a political party?
125.
Governor-General’s role includes
126.
In Australia, state and territory government is responsible for forestry
127.
Airports and air safety are the responsibility of
128.
What is a proposal for new law or modification of existing law in parliament?
129.
National Police in Australia is known as
130.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the Cabinet?
132.
Who is responsible for social planning?
133.
What is another name of the Australian National Government?
134.
Who is responsible for rubbish collection?
135.
Court can decide to use Jury in some cases
136.
Which one is a TRUE statement regarding opposition?
137.
How many senators are elected to the House of Review?
138.
What is another name for the leader of the municipal council?
139.
In Australia, who has Executive power?
140.
Who is responsible for providing “employment assistance”?
141.
What change was made to the Australian constitution in 1967?
142.
In a trial, who decides on the penalty for a guilty person?
143.
Which kind of structure did the six Australian colonies follow before 1901?
144.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about the Police?
145.
What type of Monarchy is in Australia?
146.
An approved car seat is NOT mandatory for babies and young children
147.
Australian Federal Police is responsible for police work in the Australian Capital Territory.
148.
Who is responsible for postal services in Australia?
149.
What is another name for the House of Reviews?
150.
Who has the right to be presented by a lawyer in court?
151.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding parliament and Constitution?
152.
Who is responsible for animal control in Australia?
153.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement?
154.
Who approves the appointment of Ministers?
155.
When did the six Australian colonies formally unify as the Commonwealth of Australia?
156.
What did the six separate Australian colonies follow before 1901?
157.
Who is responsible for schools?
