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