In which of the states in Australia the Great Barrier Reef is situated?
Tasmania
Queensland
South Australia
New South Wales
Queensland is the second largest state. It has the Torres Strait Islands in the north, tropical rainforests, temperate coastal areas and an often dry inland. The world famous Great Barrier Reef runs along its eastern coast. Queensland’s capital city is Brisbane.
Which Government is responsible for matters related to Pensions, family support, social security etc?
State and territory governments
Local governments
The Australian Government
Australian Capital Territory Government
The Australian Government is responsible for social security (pensions and family support).
In which of the states in Australia most of the wine regions and a rugged coastline exist?
New South Wales
Queensland
South Australia
Tasmania
South Australia has a rugged coastline and many famous wine regions. Adelaide, the capital city, has many examples of fine colonial architecture.
Complete the sentence: Railways comes under the purview of ________ .
The Australian Government
State and territory governments
Local governments
None of the above
State and territory governments are responsible for railways.
What does the black colour present in the Australian aboriginal flag represents?
Chinese People
The Aboriginal people of Australia
British People
Japanese People
The top half is black and represents the Aboriginal people of Australia.
The government that is formed out of publicly elected representatives is called ______ .
Inequality
Dictatorship
Democracy
Unfairness
Parliamentary democracy:
A system of government based on the regular election of representatives to parliament by the citizens. In a parliamentary democracy, the people vote for their representatives.
Who is the person / body empowered to appoint judges and magistrates in Australia?
The Government
The Governor-General
The Prime Minister
The Queen
Judges and magistrates are appointed by the government, but the government cannot take their jobs away if it disagrees with their decisions.
When does a bill promulgate into a law in Australia?
When the Queen signs
When the Prime Minister signs
When the Governor-General signs
None of the above
When the Governor-General signs the Bill, it becomes a law. This is called Royal Assent.
Which Australian state has Hobart as its Capital ?
Victoria
Western Australia
Tasmania
South Australia
Tasmania is the smallest state, separated from the mainland by Bass Strait. Much of the island has unspoilt wilderness landscapes. Tasmania’s capital city is Hobart.
How many members are there in the House of Representatives in Australia?
100
25
50
150
The number of MPs for each state and territory is based on the size of its population. The people of Australia elect a total of 150 members to the House of Representatives.
Complete the sentence : Another name for the House of representatives is__________ .
States House
Upper House
House of Review
Lower House or the People's House
The House of Representatives is sometimes called the Lower House or the People’s House.
What terminology is used for Illegal carrying, buying or selling of drugs?
Drug therapy
Drug trafficking
Consuming drugs
None of the above
Drug trafficking
Carrying or buying drugs to sell illegally.
Jess was sent to jail for drug trafficking.
Who is supreme command in a court?
The Lawyer
The Jury
The judge or magistrate
None of the above
The judge or magistrate is the highest authority in the court. Judges and magistrates are independent and no one can tell them what to decide.
Who is empowered to amend laws in Australia ?
The Queen
The governor-general
Parliament
The king
Only parliament has the power to make and change the laws that govern the country.
Immigration and citizenship falls under the responsibility of which of the following Government?
Australian Capital Territory Government
The Australian Government
State and territory governments
Local governments
The Australian Government is responsible for immigration and citizenship.
What is the minimum age for contesting in election in Australia?
23
30
19
18
Australian citizens aged 18 years or over can seek election to parliament at the federal, state or territory level. It is both an honour and a serious responsibility to serve in an Australian parliament.
Name the head of state of Australia?
The Prime Minister
The Court
Queen of Australia
The Opposition Leader
Australia’s Head of State is the Queen of Australia, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
What is the capital city of Australia?
Canberra
Hobart
Adelaide
Brisbane
Canberra is Australia’s capital city, and each state and mainland territory has its own capital.
What is the word used for the person who works for an organisation without any benefit?
Volunteer
Free Service
Paid Service
Agreement
Volunteer:
A person who gives their time to a person or organisation without expecting payment.
Taylor is a volunteer who teaches people English in their homes.
Under the purview of which Government does the police department fall into?
Local governments
State and territory governments
The Australian Government
None of the above
State and territory governments are responsible for police.
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