Unit 4 Legal Studies

In order for a referendum to succeed, there needs to be a double majority. This is a majority of voters nationally and a majority of voters in ...

Statutory interpretation is sometimes necessary to clarify the meaning of ... words.

What is the House of Parliament called?

• The House of Representatives

• The Legislative Council

• The Legislative Assembly

• The Senate

Two checks on the law-making power of Parliament are express rights and the ... system.

What section of the Constitution is related to race powers?

• S. 51 v

• s. 51 xxvi

• s. 51 xxxi

• s. 51 xxix

What is not a key feature of the doctrine of precedent?

• Stare decisis

• Ratio decidendi

• Persuasive precedent

• Ultra vires

Circle the city in which you would find the House of Representatives.

Judicial conservatism refers to the idea that ...

• Judges should create new precedents, based on their expertise.

• Judges should show restraint and caution when making decisions.

• Judges should consider a range of social and political factors when making decisions.

• Judges should consider shifting community attitudes when making decisions.

Define the requirement for standing.

What is not a reason for law reform.

• Protection of the community.

• Advances in technology.

• Advice from the Governor General.

• Changes in beliefs and attitudes.