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What is another name for the House of Representatives?
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Which government looks after street signs in Australia?
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How many senators are elected to the Upper house or Senate?
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The AEC is independent of the government
5.
Elected representative of the people in the Australian or a state parliament is known as
6.
What does the term AEC stand for?
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When did the idea of one Australian nation become a reality?
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Who is responsible for providing parks and playgrounds?
9.
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is
10.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding parliament and Constitution?
11.
Breaking traffic laws can result in fines or imprisonment
12.
What role of a jury in a court is?
13.
The Australian parliamentary democracy system is founded on
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The Australian constitution was initially passed as part of ____________?
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Which country did the colonies in Australia belong to?
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Who is the King’s representative in Australia?
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Which branch of government can interpret and apply laws?
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How do people vote in Australian Elections?
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How does a Bill become a law?
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Who proposes new laws or variations to the existing laws?
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How many senators are elected from each state?
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Who is responsible for animal control in Australia?
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In territory government, who is the head of the government?
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The Australian government can be formed if the party or coalition has a majority in _____
25.
When did the six Australian colonies formally unify as the Commonwealth of Australia?
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Who is the highest authority in Australian Courts?
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Local environmental issues are the responsibility of ____
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Power to put the laws into practice is known as
29.
Which of the following is TRUE for the Australian Political party?
30.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement?
31.
Who is responsible for traffic controls in Australia?
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The community and the police have a good relationship in Australia.
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What is another name for the House of Reviews?
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How many members are elected to the House of Representatives or Lower House?
35.
In Australia, who has legislative power?
36.
What type of Monarchy is in Australia?
37.
Food inspection is the responsibility of
38.
Who is responsible for social planning?
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Which one aligns best with the definition of a political party?
40.
Which of the following is TRUE about voting?
41.
In Australia, who has jurisdiction over child care and aged care centres?
42.
Governor-General’s role includes
43.
Elected representative of the state or territory in the Australian parliament is known as
44.
What does the acronym “AFP” stand for?
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Who appoints the Governor-General in Australia?
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Is it illegal to have a sexual relationship with children or young people in Australia?
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Who is the king’s representative in each state of Australia?
48.
Wearing seatbelts are mandatory for everyone travelling in a car
49.
Court can decide to use Jury in some cases
50.
Which of the following is a TURE statement about Australian courts?
51.
Who is responsible for trade and commerce in Australia?
52.
Who is responsible for hospitals and health services in Australia?
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Who is responsible for postal services in Australia?
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Can the federal or state government remove a judge if it disagrees with their decisions?
55.
What is a proposal for new law or modification of existing law in parliament?
56.
Who has the authority to make or alter laws in Australia?
57.
An approved car seat is NOT mandatory for babies and young children
58.
How can a referendum change the Australian constitution?
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What are the different types of local government areas?
60.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding parliament and Constitution?
61.
How is Bill approved in parliament before it goes to the Governor-General?
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The King has no day-to-day role in the Australian Government
63.
Local libraries and community centre’s responsibility is with _______
64.
Which following is responsible for applying and interpreting Australia's laws?
65.
Who is the King’s representative in each of the states?
66.
Legal document containing fundamental rules of the Australian Government is known as __________
67.
What change was made to the Australian constitution in 1967?
69.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the Cabinet?
70.
Which one is the TRUE statement regarding freedom in Australia?
71.
How many senators are elected to the House of Review?
72.
Airports and air safety are the responsibility of
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Once the majority of members in each house of parliament agree on a Bill, it goes to ___
74.
Who is responsible for providing “employment assistance”?
75.
What are the names of houses in the Commonwealth Parliament in Australia?
76.
The Australian government is responsible for local roads, bridges etc.
77.
Primarily, the Australian government is responsible for forestry
78.
What is the role of members of the Senate?
79.
The party leader with a Majority in the House of Representatives becomes?
80.
Who approves the appointment of Ministers?
81.
In the Australian constitution, the power of government is divided into?
82.
Who decides if the law is broken and decides on the penalty for it?
83.
Is it lawful to possess illegal drugs in Australia?
84.
Which one is a TRUE statement regarding opposition?
85.
What is the role of members of the House of Representatives?
86.
Who is responsible for rubbish collection?
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Which of the following is considered unlawful?
88.
Who is the king’s representative in the Northern Territory?
89.
Who has the right to be presented by a lawyer in court?
90.
In a referendum, what does a double majority mean?
91.
What is the system of government in Australia?
92.
Who is responsible for schools?
93.
What happens if you do not vote in an election?
94.
Who sign’s the bills passed by the Australian Parliament?
95.
In Australia, it’s a crime to bribe the police.
96.
What is another name of the Australian National Government?
97.
Which of the following is a TURE statement about the Australian court system?
98.
National Police in Australia is known as
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Power to make laws in Australia is known as
101.
Which of the following is NOT part of the executive team in Australia?
102.
Who is responsible for applying the laws in Australia?
103.
Which government is responsible for managing roads and railways?
104.
Who is Australia’s Head of State under the constitution?
105.
What does the term ATO stand for?
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Police is the primary responsibility of __________
107.
The local government is responsible for local roads, bridges etc.
108.
What did the six separate Australian colonies follow before 1901?
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In Australia, state and territory government is responsible for forestry
110.
How many members are elected to the people’s House?
111.
How many senators are elected from each territory?
112.
Which one is NOT a political party in Australia?
113.
Which kind of structure did the six Australian colonies follow before 1901?
114.
Who can put the laws into practice in Australia?
115.
What is meant by constitutional monarchy?
116.
Who has the empowerment to alter or modify the laws of the Australian Territory?
117.
Who approves the appointments of federal judges?
118.
The Australian government is responsible for “Immigration and citizenship”?
119.
Who is responsible for building permits in Australia?
120.
Why is the government power divided into three powers (legislative, executive and judicial) in the Australian Constitution?
121.
In a trial, who decides on the penalty for a guilty person?
122.
Which branch of government can put laws into practice?
123.
Public transport is the responsibility of
124.
In Australia, who has Executive power?
125.
Who is the head of the local council?
126.
In Australia, a court judgement is based on?
127.
In state government, who is the head of the government?
128.
How is Australia divided for elections?
129.
Is Australia a constitutional monarchy?
130.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about AFP?
131.
Which government looks after immigration and citizenship in Australia?
132.
Which Commonwealth agency is responsible for conducting federal elections and referendums?
133.
Who is responsible for caravan parks in Australia?
134.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about laws in Australia?
135.
Who is responsible for the drainage system in Australia?
136.
In Australia, who has jurisdiction over foreign affairs (relations with other countries)?
137.
How many states and territories are in Australia?
138.
What happens to the Bill presented in the Australian Parliament?
139.
What change happened in Australia in 1967?
140.
Who is responsible for the communication network in Australia?
141.
Which one is TRUE regarding "independents" in Australia?
142.
Australian Federal Police is responsible for police work in the Australian Capital Territory.
143.
The party leader with the second most prominent members in the House of Representatives becomes?
144.
What is another name for the leader of the municipal council?
145.
Who approves the appointments of the Australian government and ministers?
146.
Who is responsible for defence in Australia?
147.
Who has a role in protecting life and property?
148.
The essential decision-making body of the Australian Government is known as
149.
Who recommends members of parliament to become Ministers?
150.
Who should Australian citizens raise their concerns about government policy?
151.
Which Commonwealth agency maintains the electoral roll?
152.
Who is responsible for Taxation in Australia?
153.
Who elects the representative for the Australian parliament?
154.
Do Australians ever vote in referendums?
155.
Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Defence Force?
156.
Social security (Pensions and family support) is the responsibility of
157.
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about the Police?
