Where in the Australian Government decisions on extremely important matters are taken?
The Prime Minister
The Queen
Cabinet
None of the above
Ministers with the most senior portfolios make up the Cabinet, which is the key decision making body of the Australian Government.
What is the leader of a local council called?
Premier
Mayor or Shire President
Chief Minister
Senator
Mayor or Shire President is the leader of a local council.
Name of the capital city of Western Australia?
Hobart
Perth
Adelaide
Darwin
Western Australia is the largest state. The east of the state is mostly desert, while the south-west is a rich agricultural and wine-growing area. The state is home to many large mining projects. About three-quarters of the state’s population lives in Perth, the capital city.
Whom does any Bill move to after being passed by both houses of parliament?
Governor-General
The Prime Minister
The Queen
The Court
If the majority of members in each House of Parliament agrees to the Bill, it goes to the Governor-General.
Which of the following categories do the Law enforcement comes under?
Legislative power
Executive power
Judicial power
Social power
Executive power is the power to put the laws into practice. The Executive includes Australian Government ministers and the Governor-General. Each minister is responsible for one or more government departments.
Department of foreign affairs comes under the purview of which level of Government?
State and territory governments
Local governments
The Australian Government
The Australian Government is responsible for foreign affairs (relations with other countries).
Which of these is an example of freedom of speech?
People can peacefully protest against government decisions
Men and women are treated equally in a court of law
Australians are free to not follow a religion
None of the above
We are free to meet with people in public or private places for social or political discussion. We can criticise the government, peacefully protest against government decisions and campaign to change laws.
How many languages are spoken in Australia?
Over 170 languages
Over 400 languages
Over 350 languages
Over 200 languages
In Australia’s diverse society, over 200 languages are spoken.
With what name a local government area is known as?
Territory
Shire
State
Local area
Shire:
A local government area. The roads in my shire are very safe.
What is the word given to the system where consideration in respect to the acceptability of a proposal for a new law is made?
Auditing
Preview
System
Review
Review:
To consider a proposal for a new law and decide whether to accept or reject it. The Senate, as the House of Review, debated a taxation Bill from the Lower House.
What do you call to system of government that exists in Australia?
Parliamentary democracy
King rule
Queen rule
Governor-General rule
Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy. This means that all Australians are involved in how the country is governed. The power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens regularly vote for people to represent them in parliament. Only parliament has the power to make and change the laws that govern the country.
People from which of these countries established the first colony in Australia?
Canadians
Japanese
British
French
New South Wales was the first colony established by the British.
Complete the sentence: Matters pertaining to planning and delivering services to their local community is the responsibility of _________ .
Senate
Administrator
Councils
People's House
The states and the Northern Territory are divided into local government areas. These may be called cities, shires, towns or municipalities. Each area has its own local council. Councils are responsible for planning and delivering services to their local community. Citizens in each local government area vote to elect their local councillors.
Which of the following Governments is responsible for matters related to taxation?
Local governments
State and territory governments
The Australian Government
Australian Capital Territory Government
The Australian Government is responsible for taxation.
Who empowers the Government to govern Australia?
The Queen
The king
The Australian people
The Governor-General
Australia’s system of government is a parliamentary democracy. This means that all Australians are involved in how the country is governed. The power of the government comes from the Australian people because Australian citizens regularly vote for people to represent them in parliament. Only parliament has the power to make and change the laws that govern the country.
What is the name given to the body, formed by the government comprising of two or more persons for any specific cause/critical issues?
Commission
Coalition
Members
None of the above
Commission:
A group of people with an official responsibility.
An independent commission organises the elections.
What is the name of the legal body where people can approach for resolving issues that are heard by a judge or a magistrate?
Court
Parliament
Hall
None of the above
Court:
A place where legal cases are heard by a judge or magistrate.
When people break the law, they may go to court.
What is the term used to designate an elected member of a Local Council?
Premier
Councillor
Senator
Chief Minister
Councillor:
An elected member of a local council.
Schools in Australia come under which level of government?
State and territory governments
The Australian Government
Local governments
None of the above
State and territory governments are responsible for schools.
Name the capital city of South Australia?
Perth
Hobart
Adelaide
Canberra
South Australia has a rugged coastline and many famous wine regions. Adelaide, the capital city, has many examples of fine colonial architecture.
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