Civics & Citizenship Introduction

Why is it compulsory to vote at 18 or above?

• So the government can make decisions.

• So people are more likely to vote the leading government in the election,

• To make sure that our governments have the support of the majority of people and not just the majority of those who bother to vote.

• So we can make sure as many people are able to write down an answer to their vote.

Can you still be a representative with a criminal record?

• Yes

• No

What is an example of being informed?

• Online news articles from anonymous users.

• Researching information from a range of sources.

• Wikipedia.

• Google Suggestions

What does Direct Action include?

• Write a letter to your teacher.

• Reaching out to people online.

• Letters to editor

How have aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders experienced immense injustice in Australian democracy?

• They are all born with no education

• They still cannot get a citizenship

• No voting rights for 70 years.

• They haven't, it's a trick question.

What is the average amount of voters for a Member of Parliament?

• 84020

• 98085

• 100000

• 150000

In the Senate, when are elections held for Senators?

• Every 3 Years

• Every 72 Months

• Every 5 Years

• Every 12 Years

True Or False: People who are serving a prison sentence of 3 years or more are allowed to vote.

• True

• False

What does the size of electorates range from?

• 30km to more than 1.5 million km.

• 30km² to more than 1.5 million km².

• 10km² to 40km²

• 10000km² to 300000000km²

What is the largest electorate in Australia?

• Wentworth

• Durack

• Canberra

• Fenner